Encyclopedia of Leadership

1 2 3 4 5 I can deal with typical dysfunctional meeting behavior.

1 2 3 4 5 I know how to ensure both quality decisions and commitment in meetings.

[☛10.5 Group Disturbances, 10.7 Getting Participation, 11.1 Process Cycle, 11.3 Meeting Checklist]

Process Tools:

1 2 3 4 5 I understand the need for both developmental and evaluative thinking.

1 2 3 4 5 I have models and can use group problem-solving, decision-making, and planning tools.

1 2 3 4 5 I can lead a group in developing new ideas by using reframing and brainstorming

processes.

1 2 3 4 5 I can help a group set priorities.

1 2 3 4 5 I can help a group sort out complex situations.

[☛6.3 Complex Situations, 6.9 Brainstorming, 7.2 Problem Solving, 7.5 Decision Making]

In General:

1 2 3 4 5 People see me as an effective group leader.

1 2 3 4 5 People see me as an effective meeting facilitator.

HOW TO USE THIS LEADERSHIP TOOL

“In a well-functioning group, the behavior of the leader is not all that different from the behavior of other responsible

group members. In fact, if it were not for the trappings of titles, private corner offices, desks with overhangs, a seat at

the head of the table, and so on, it might be difficult to identify the leader in a group that is working well.”

—Richard Farson, MANAGEMENT OF THE ABSURD

This tool will help you stand back and assess your effectiveness as a leader. Review your rat-

ings. Highlight the skills that are currently strengths, and those that need improvement. Use

the workspace provided here to plan how you will improve those leadership skills needing fur-

ther development. Additionally, ask a couple of your trusted colleagues or members of your

workgroup to complete the assessment, in order to give you feedback on your leadership skills.

WEB WORKSHEET

SECTION 10 TOOLS FORLEADINGTEAMS ANDGROUPS 315

How I will continue to develop my group

My group leadership strengths leadership strengths