50 Shades of Situational Leadership® – It’s Assessment and Self-Awareness
Good leadership doesn’t start with giving directions—it starts with paying attention. In this episode of 50 Shades of Situational Leadership®, we explore how assessment and awareness are the quiet forces behind every impactful leader.
👉🏻 Assessment: Know What You’re Working With
Before you decide how to lead, you need to understand who you’re leading—and what they’re ready for. Situational leaders regularly assess their team’s capability, confidence, and commitment. It’s not about labeling people; it’s about seeing their current state clearly.
In practice, active listening means:
- Observing how they respond under pressure
- Asking questions that reveal what’s really going on
- Noticing patterns in behavior, not just results
Assessment is your compass. It keeps you from leading on autopilot.
👉🏻 Self-Awareness: Know Who You Are as a Leader
Leadership isn’t just about understanding others—it’s also about understanding yourself. What’s your default style when things get tough? Do you tend to over-direct? Step back too far?
Awareness helps you catch those habits and consciously adjust them. Without it, even the best intentions can miss the mark.
You can’t adapt what you’re not aware of.
How They Work Together
Assessment gives you the insight into others. Awareness gives you insight into yourself. When both are present, you lead with intention, not assumption—and that’s what makes Situational Leadership® so powerful.
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