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INMGT 400/600 Individual Project
Leadership: A Transferrable Skill – Part B
Current Leadership Strengths and Development Needs
(13% of project grade)
Two of the questions employers always ask you (in one way or another) are about your strengths and weaknesses. The easiest way to answer this question with sincerity is to have first (long before the questions are asked) reflected upon what your real strengths and real development t needs (weaknesses) are.
Overview of Individual Project Part B – Leadership Strengths and Development Needs
The purpose of Part B is to assist you in recognizing your current leadership strengths and development needs. To this end, Part B consists of two self-assessment inventories and the submission of a short paper summarizing your findings.
Explanation of Requirements and Evaluation Criteria for Part B
1. Download and save a copy of the Self-Management Skills/Traits Inventory. Then complete the inventory, identify your 5 strongest skills/traits, the 3 skills/traits you need to develop, and submit completed inventory to the Part B drop box.
2. Download and save a copy of the Key Leadership Competencies Inventory. Then complete the inventory, identify your 5 strongest skills/traits, the 3 skills/traits you need to develop, and submit completed inventory to the Part B drop box.
3. Write and submit a 1-2 page, double-line spaced reflective summary in 12 pt. Times New Roman font double line spaced, with the bolded title of Reflective Summary of My Leadership Strengths and Development Needs, followed by you name on the next line. Your summary should provide an overall picture/explanation of your strongest competencies/skills/traits (4 or 5
not
10), the areas/competencies you feel require further development (2 or 3
not
6), and your plan (steps and actions) for developing your identified/stated leadership ‘weaknesses’.
4. Submit artifact and summary to appropriate drop box before the due date and time listed on the class schedule.
The following criteria will be used for evaluation:
Criteria
Traits Inventory
(2 points)
Copy of properly completed traits assessment tool summited
Met expectations
(1 points)
Copy of incomplete assessment tool summited
Fell short of expectations
(0 points)
No copy of assessment tool submitted
Unsatisfactory
Competency Inventory
(2 points)
Copy of properly completed competency assessment tool summited
Met expectations
(1 points)
Copy of incomplete assessment tool summited
Fell short of expectations
(0 points)
No copy of assessment tool submitted
Unsatisfactory
Analysis Summary
(6 or 5 points)
Clearly summarized required number of strengths and weaknesses and explained a development plan
Met expectations
(4, 3 or 2 points)
Summarized only some strengths and weaknesses and/or did not explain a development plan
Fell short of expectations
(1 or 0 points)
Wrote something but does not relate to the assignment requirements
Unsatisfactory
Professionalism
(2 points)
Followed directions, no formatting errors, no writing errors
Met expectations
(1 point)
Followed directions and less than 3 formatting and/or writing errors
Fell short of expectations
(0 points)
Did not follow directions and/or more than 2 writing errors
Unsatisfactory
Timeliness
(-2 pts penalty)
Submitted after time due but not more than 24 hrs late
IndividualProject Part B – Key Leadership Competencies Self-Assement
Directions:
1. BEFORE YOU START
consider where you want to be professionally 5 years from when you graduate, and the specific nature and requirements of the type of job or area of specialization you envision yourself having – for example Project Manager of a major road reconstruction project. (If you are not sure what the nature or requirements of you envisioned job might be do an internet search of job descriptions)
2. NEXT STEP, now based on your past experiences and your present level of experience, knowledge, and/or skill, read each of the competency sets on the next 3 pages, and using the following scale, rate your current level of mastery for each competency:
(N) None – I have very little or no experience or skills in this competency area
(B) Basic – I have a general understanding and could work in simple situations with support and coaching from others
(C) Competent – I have a good understanding and can work in situations of moderate difficulty without support or coaching from others
(P) Mastery – I have a well-developed understanding and could work in difficult situations with minimal support and coaching from others
3. FINAL STEP, first review the list and considering only the competencies you checked/circled as N or B, identify and list the three competencies you believe will be most important for you to have in the next 5 years. Then review the list a second time considering only the competencies you have checked/circled as C or P and identify and list the three competencies you believe to be your greatest assets/strengths.
Three most important competencies I will need to develop over next 5 years
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2.
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My five strongest competencies
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Set 1: Competencies Required for Effectively Leading Oneself
1.1
Self-Management
The ability to effectively organize, direct, and manage one’s own activities, time, priorities, and resources towards the achievement of one’s objectives and goals. Includes (requires) the skills of goal-setting, planning, scheduling, time management, self-evaluation, and self-development.
N
B
C
P
1.2
Initiative and Perseverance
The willingness and ability to begin, and the determination to follow through energetically with a plan or task. Without being asked or directed, plans ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities; takes appropriate action, typically doing more than is required or expected; and stays on task, without being easy discourage, until objectives and goals are achieved.
N
B
C
P
1.3
Results Driven
The ability to set specific, measurable improvement goals and to make timely and effective decisions, that through strategic planning will produce successful results. Demonstrates concern for meeting objectives in a timely manner within the standards of cost and quality.
N
B
C
P
1.4
Critical Thinking
The ability to disciplined thinking that is clear, rational, open-minded, and informed by evidence to understand the nature an significance of problems and to evaluate arguments (reasons and their companion conclusions)
N
B
C
P
1.5
Decision-making/Judgment
Perceives the impact, implications, and potential consequences of decisions and as a result exercises good judgment by making timely, rational, and well-informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.
N
B
C
P
1.6
Flexibility/Adaptability
Is open to change and new information; can adjust and adapt work behaviors and methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
N
B
C
P
1.7
Integrity/Honesty
Instills mutual trust and confidence; creates a culture that fosters high standards of ethics; behaves in a fair and ethical manner toward others
N
B
C
P
1.8
Continual Learning
Recognizes one’s own strengths and weaknesses and seeks feedback from others for improvement; engages in self-development and takes advantage of opportunities to master new knowledge and skills.
N
B
C
P
Set 2: Competencies Required for Effectively Leading Groups
2.1
Teamwork/Teambuilding
The ability to foster commitment and trust of a group, and develop within them a sense of pride and cohesiveness, while inspiring, encouraging, and guiding them towards goal accomplishments.
N
B
C
P
2.2
Written Communication
Has the ability to express facts and ideas in writing in a clear, convincing, and organized manner that is appropriate to the audience and occasion.
N
B
C
P
2.3
Oral Communication
Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups tailored to the audience and the situation.
N
B
C
P
2.4
Active Listening
Is attentive and listens carefully to others, paying full attention to the speaker taking time to digest what he or she hears before responding
N
B
C
P
2.5
Interpersonal Skills
Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of different people in different situations; is tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treats others with respect regardless of their level, personality, culture or background.
N
B
C
P
2.6
Leveraging Diversity
Respects, understands, values and seeks out individual differences to achieve the vision and mission of the group and/or organization; creates an inclusive work environment
N
B
C
P
2.7
Conflict Management
The ability to identify, and take appropriate steps to prevent, potential situations that could result in unpleasant confrontations.
N
B
C
P
2.8
Customer Focus
Anticipates and meets the need of all stakeholders, has the ability to respond to changing demands, and is committed to continuous improvement of services.
N
B
C
P
Set 3: Competencies Required for Effectively Leading Organizations
3.1
Visioning/Goal Setting
Takes a long-term view and builds a shared vision with others; is able to restate the organization’s mission and vision in terms of measurable and achievable goals and objectives; and can influence other to achieve those goals by clearly translating them into action.
N
B
C
P
3.2
Decision-making/Problem-solving
The ability to identify and analyze problems and needs; make logical decisions; and provide workable solutions.
N
B
C
P
3.3
Strategic Thinking
The ability to formulate effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategies of the organization.
N
B
C
P
3.4
Influencing/Negotiating
The ability to persuade others, build consensus through give and take, facilitate “win-win” solutions, and gain cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals.
N
B
C
P
3.5
Business Acumen
The knowledge and understanding of both the internal financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions and processes of an organization, and the organization’s external markets, industry, competition, and products/services.
N
B
C
P
Set 4: Competencies Required for Technical Credibility
4.1
Project Management
The ability to establish and execute a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective through the setting of priorities, goals, and timetables.
N
B
C
P
4.2
Technical Expertise
Understands and appropriately applies knowledge, skills, practices, and procedures related to a specialized field of practice and/or expertise.
N
B
C
P
Individual Project Part B – Self-Management Skills/Traits Inventory
Self-management skills/traits are the things that make you unique. People often fail to identify these attributes as skills, or to give themselves credit for using them, yet they impact
professional
identity, the work that is done and the way that it is done. Self-management skills/traits are often considered as professional, leadership, and personal traits; and some are highly desirable to business organizations. To help you sharpen your focus on who you are, and to identify your current strengths, work through this checklist of personal skills/trait characteristics.
First, read each word and under the left-side Mastered column, check (X) all of the skills/traits that other people (family, friends, co-workers) would say describe you as you are now (NOTE: if others have recognized the associated behaviors being demonstrated by you then it suggests this is a strong natural trait or one that you have already mastered).
Second, to prepare yourself for your next move forward on your profession/future career path, look at the list a second time, and specifically at the skills/traits you did not check, and under the right side Need column check (X) the 5 or 6 self-management skills/traits you feel you currently don’t have but see as being an important benefit in the future.
Mastered
Need
Mastered
Need
Mastered
Need
Mastered
Need
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academic |
diligent |
industrious |
precise |
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accurate |
diplomatic |
innovative |
professional |
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adaptable |
discreet |
inventive |
punctual |
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ambitious |
dynamic |
logical |
quick |
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assertive |
eager |
loyal |
rational |
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astute |
easygoing |
mature |
realistic |
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capable |
effective |
objective |
receptive |
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caring |
efficient |
open |
reflective |
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competent |
empathetic |
open-minded |
reliable |
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competitive |
energetic |
optimistic |
reserved |
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confident |
enthusiastic |
orderly |
resourceful |
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conscientious |
fair-minded |
organized |
responsible |
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conservative |
firm |
outgoing |
risk taker |
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considerate |
flexible |
patient |
self-confident |
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cooperative |
friendly |
perceptive |
self-controlled |
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creative |
generous |
persevering |
sensible |
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deliberate |
helpful |
persistent |
tactful |
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democratic |
honest |
pleasant |
tenacious |
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determined |
imaginative |
polite |
tolerant |
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independent |
practical |
versatile |
