Who are You as a Leader?
It is important to realize that every leader is different and is driven by different influences. Before you determine how to lead, it is important to explore what your values are and what you are all about. You can use this section to take leadership quizzes and inventories, explore attributes that affect leadership style and begin to develop your personal philosophy of leadership.
Know Yourself
Leaders can work effectively at all levels of an organization. Sometimes they are "on stage" and sometimes they work quietly behind the scenes. In order for you to become an effective leader, it is important to get to know your own personal leadership style, what your values are and what motivates you. Listed below are different surveys to help you explore these areas and learn more about who you are and what you believe leadership is all about.
Leadership Styles
Leadership Assessment Tools This site contains links to a variety of leadership assessment tools. There are tools geared for both new leaders and those with years of experience.
Leadership Style Survey This survey was developed by psychologist Kurt Lewin and determines which one of his three leadership styles you most align with.
Personality Inventories
DISC Inventory This inventory is based on the work of psychologist William Moulton Marston. The DISC Personal Profile System uses four dimensions of normal behavior to look at personality and how individuals interact with others and solve problems.
Jung Typology Test This test is based on Jung and Myers-Briggs typology and will classify you into environment preferences in four areas. For a more detailed Myers-Briggs analysis, please check with campus resources to see if they offer this service.
Keirsey Temperament Sorter-II This instrument was designed by David Keirsey PhD for corporate, career and personal development. It sorts individuals into four different groups: Artisans, Guardians, Rationals and Idealists.
Determining Your Values
Additional inventories to help assess your values and interests can be found in the CareerPlan.
Workshops and seminars are a valuable tool to help you explore the different areas of the GPS LifePlan. Your campus may or may not offer workshops or seminars, check with your GPS LifePlan coordinator.
