What's your leadership advantage?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  What bird do you most associate with?

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  • A.
    Geese - Fly in a pack so we can all contribute
  • B.
    Eagle - Nothing better than soaring above to see the big picture
  • C.
    Raven - A thoughtful approach is the best approach
  • D.
    Woodpecker - There's a job to do and I do it
• 2.
  Where do you feel most at home?

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    In the kitchen: prepping and preparing meals
  • B.
    In the den: sorting through your great ideas
  • C.
    In the family room: making memories with family & friends
  • D.
    At the kitchen table: drawing up lists of what you need to do
• 3.
  Your favorite part of being a leader is?

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    Figuring out how to solve complex problems
  • B.
    Bringing people together around a common goal
  • C.
    Laying out a plan to get the work done
  • D.
    Rolling up my sleeves and digging into the work
• 4.
  You're stranded on a deserted island and have one sheet of paper. You:

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    Use it to capture your thoughts on how to best survive
  • B.
    Write a message and put it in a bottle in hopes someone finds it
  • C.
    Try to craft a useful tool out of it so you can get to work
  • D.
    Sketch out a map of the island so you can learn your way around
• 5.
  The pressure is on and a deadline is looming. You:

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    Make sure you have a plan of attack
  • B.
    Step back and make sure you are going in the right direction
  • C.
    Get to work!
  • D.
    Huddle the team to make sure everyone is aligned
• 6.
  When making a big decision you:

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    Try to find as many options as possible
  • B.
    Make a pros and cons list
  • C.
    Go with my gut
  • D.
    Ask my friends and family their opinion
• 7.
  Time for a vacation!  You:

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  • A.
    Ask your friends and family if they want to go on a trip
  • B.
    Crush your home to do list! Goals!
  • C.
    Create a detailed itinerary of each day. Why waste a moment?
  • D.
    Explore new places and experiences as much as possible

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Your advantage is ... The Thinker

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  Your leadership advantage is your ability to come up with great ideas to solve big problems! You see the big picture and love to identify new ways to solve old problems.People think of you as insightful and maybe even wise beyond your years.You have a knack for finding solutions to complex problems. You're an insightful leader and a strategic thinker.People may have described you as a strategist, entrepreneur, or business coach. You probably find passion in helping others unlock their strengths, see their potential, and transform for the better."If you can dream it, you can do it." -Walt DisneyYour strengths include:Reading the signs of coming changeSeeing the “big picture”Recognizing new possibilitiesIntegrating ideas and conceptsSynthesizing unlike elements into a new wholeYou might get frustrated with:Lack of flexibility on how to do something“We’ve always done it this way”Overly detailed plansHaving to constantly explain your ideas to people who don’t “get it”Too much unnecessary detailLeadership begins with a great idea and clear plan and ends once you get the job done. No matter how many people you lead, or how big your idea is, leadership is always about working to create a great idea, developing a plan to implement it, building meaningful connections with people who will help you, and putting in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to accomplish the idea. Every single time.With that in mind here are 3 quick watchouts for people with your advantage:Identifying problems and new solutions is awesome, but make sure you don’t get stuck in the brainstorming phase without taking real action to accomplish one clearly defined idea.Developing a new great idea is great but make sure you have a clear plan to accomplish the goal, so that you don’t get stuck halfway throughAnd finally, it probably won’t hurt to make sure that you take some time to make sure that other people are aligned with your big ideas!Real leadership is a skill.In order to lead, the right way, you need to develop meaningful connections around a great idea and a clear plan, then put in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to achieve the idea.It's not about your title or position, it's about influence. In order to lead, you need to persuade people that something needs to change, develop a plan to make the change, and then actually make the change. It is a skill that can be honed and developed, just like any other skill, especially if you understand and follow a complete framework for leadership.It requires confidence.Genuine and authentic confidence means that you believe in yourself, your idea, the connections you have with the people who are helping, and your plan. It's not always easy, but anyone can do it, including you! If you’re interested in learning more about how you can strengthen your leadership skills, check out my free Leadership Checklist where I break it down into three clear steps; THINK, PLAN, and DO.
• 2.
  Your Advantage is ... The Planner

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  Your approach to leadership is all about finding the best solution to a problem. You are at your best when the pieces of the puzzle need to be assembled.People think of you as reliable. Spending time with you feels like a shelter from the whirlwind of life. Your leadership advantage is your ability to explore options and create plans to solve big problems! People see you as the go to person when something needs to get in order. You have a knack for clearing away the complexity and getting focused and organized. You're a thoughtful leader and a clear minded thinker.People may have described you as an administrator, manager, or organizer. You probably find passion in helping others unlock their strengths, getting unstuck, and making meaningful progress for the better."Knowing what must be done does away with fear." - Rosa ParksYour strengths include:OrganizationFinding overlooked flawsApproaching problems practicallyStanding firm on a solid approachClearly explaining the planYou can get frustrated by:Hopping around from one thing to the nextToo many ideas at onceUnpredictable approachesIncomplete or poorly researched ideasPutting the cart before the horseLeadership begins with a great idea and clear plan and ends once you get the job done. No matter how many people you lead, or how big your idea is, leadership is always about working to create a great idea, developing a plan to implement it, building meaningful connections with people who will help you, and putting in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to accomplish the idea. Every single time.With that in mind here are 3 quick watchouts for people with your advantage:Being clear on your approach is awesome, but make sure you have a clear understanding of how you will define success so you spend your time working on the right things.Evaluating your options and laying out a clear plan is super important, but make sure you don’t get stuck in “analysis paralysis” without taking real action to accomplish your awesome plan.And finally, it probably won’t hurt to make sure that you take some time to make sure that other people are aligned with your amazing plans!Real leadership is a skill.In order to lead, the right way, you need to develop meaningful connections around a great idea and a clear plan, then put in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to achieve the idea.It's not about your title or position, it's about influence. In order to lead, you need to persuade people that something needs to change, develop a plan to make the change, and then actually make the change. It is a skill that can be honed and developed, just like any other skill, especially if you understand and follow a complete framework for leadership.It requires confidence.Genuine and authentic confidence means that you believe in yourself, your idea, the connections you have with the people who are helping, and your plan. It's not always easy, but anyone can do it, including you! If you’re interested in learning more about how you can strengthen your leadership skills, check out my free Leadership Checklist where I break it down into three clear steps; THINK, PLAN, and DO.
• 3.
  Your Advantage is ... The Doer

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  Your leadership advantage is your ability to knock down barriers and make stuff happen! You are happy to take on a challenge and do what it takes to get the job done.People know you as an activator and executor. You have a knack for generating momentum when things seem to stall. You're an out front, lead by example, courageous leader.People may have described you as a trailblazer, entrepreneur, or problem solver. You probably find passion in helping others get unstuck, take action, and transform for the better."Done is better than perfect." - Sheryl SandbergYour strengths include:Quickly pushing past roadblocksCreating momentumLeading by exampleChallenging the status quo to make real progressGets sh*t done!You can get frustrated by:All talk & no actionProcrastinationOverly detailed plansConstant repetition and a slow pace“Playing it safe” or “by the book”Leadership begins with a great idea and clear plan and ends once you get the job done. No matter how many people you lead, or how big your idea is, leadership is always about working to create a great idea, developing a plan to implement it, building meaningful connections with people who will help you, and putting in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to accomplish the idea. Every single time.With that in mind here are 3 quick watchouts for people with your advantage:Getting sh*t done is awesome, but make sure you have a clear understanding of how you will define success so you spend your time working on the right things.Getting started is great but make sure you have a clear plan to accomplish the goal, so that you don’t get stuck halfway throughAnd finally, it probably won’t hurt to make sure that you take some time to make sure that other people are aligned with your efforts.Real leadership is a skill.In order to lead, the right way, you need to develop meaningful connections around a great idea and a clear plan, then put in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to achieve the idea.It's not about your title or position, it's about influence. In order to lead, you need to persuade people that something needs to change, develop a plan to make the change, and then actually make the change. It is a skill that can be honed and developed, just like any other skill, especially if you understand and follow a complete framework for leadership.It requires confidence.Genuine and authentic confidence means that you believe in yourself, your idea, the connections you have with the people who are helping, and your plan.It's not always easy, but anyone can do it, including you! If you’re interested in learning more about how you can strengthen your leadership skills, check out my free Leadership Checklist where I break it down into three clear steps; THINK, PLAN, and DO.
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  Your Advantage is ... The Connector

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  Your leadership advantage is your ability to bring people together around a common cause! You know that many hands makes for light work.People think of you as considerate, maybe even intuitive. You have a knack for understanding what motivates others and are energized by helping them get what they want. Nothing makes you happier than seeing two people connect and create something better for each other than they would have on their own.People may have described you as a connector, influencer, mentor, and oftentimes as a friend. You probably find passion in helping others grow their network, see the good in others, and transform for the better."Leaders will be those who empower others." - Bill GatesYour strengths include:Picking up on non-verbal cuesGenerating enthusiasmPersuading others to see an opportunityTeaching or CoachingConsidering what motivates othersYou may be frustrated by:Impersonal or overly direct approachesDry and unenthusiastic interactionInsensitive comments or actionsLack of respect for feelingsUnfair criticism towards you or othersLeadership begins with a great idea and clear plan and ends once you get the job done. No matter how many people you lead, or how big your idea is, leadership is always about working to create a great idea, developing a plan to implement it, building meaningful connections with people who will help you, and putting in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to accomplish the idea. Every single time.With that in mind here are 3 quick watchouts for people with your advantage:Getting the team assembled is awesome, but make sure you have a clear understanding of how you will define success so you spend your time working on the right things.Having a crew ready to help is great but make sure you have a clear plan to accomplish the goal, so that you don’t get stuck halfway throughEnsuring you have the support you need is critical but make sure you don’t get stuck in the alignment and feedback phase without taking real action to accomplish your great idea!Real leadership is a skill.In order to lead, the right way, you need to develop meaningful connections around a great idea and a clear plan, then put in the hard work to ensure everyone has what they need to achieve the idea.It's not about your title or position, it's about influence. In order to lead, you need to persuade people that something needs to change, develop a plan to make the change, and then actually make the change. It is a skill that can be honed and developed, just like any other skill, especially if you understand and follow a complete framework for leadership.It requires confidence.Genuine and authentic confidence means that you believe in yourself, your idea, the connections you have with the people who are helping, and your plan. It's not always easy, but anyone can do it, including you! If you’re interested in learning more about how you can strengthen your leadership skills, check out my free Leadership Checklist where I break it down into three clear steps; THINK, PLAN, and DO.