I actively use a digital calendar to plan my day, set priorities, and track all of my meetings.
I use a digital tool to keep track of tasks/projects that need to be completed and I update it daily.
I have a routine/habit/checklist for how I spend the first 30 minutes of my workday to make sure I'm focused on what matters most to activate and safeguard my success that day.
I feel comfortable having difficult conversations and I am confident in my ability to make sure they are effective.
I am actively seeking out new information/learning from others outside of my organization about how to be a more effective leader or manager.
I have a regularly scheduled one-on-one with my leader.
I proactively prepare for one-on-ones with my leader to ensure I take full advantage of the time I spend with them (if you do not have one-on-ones with your leader, select “1”).
I have access to a detailed document that clearly outlines and explains all the expectations for my contribution in my role(s).
I regularly discuss with my leader (at least monthly) whether I'm meeting or exceeding their expectations and if there are any changes that need to be made.
I understand what performance areas my leader wants me to improve upon in my role and have a clear plan to achieve growth and mastery.
I have a direct discussion with my leader regarding the specific progress and challenges I'm facing within my role (team dynamics, workflows, resourcing, etc) at least monthly.
I have regularly scheduled time to meet with my entire team to discuss/align priorities, identify challenges, address issues, and craft solutions.
I feel comfortable with my ability to lead an effective team meeting (on-task, positive atmosphere, driving toward unity and productivity).
I have regularly scheduled one-on-ones with everyone who reports directly to me.
I feel comfortable with my ability to facilitate an effective one-on-one (appropriate rapport, meaningful discussion points, action items).
If everyone who reports directly to me was asked what “winning” or “success” looks like for our team, they would all have the same answer.
All of my direct reports have access to a detailed document that clearly outlines and explains all the expectations for their contribution in their role(s).
My direct reports know if they are meeting or exceeding my expectations through regular discussions (at least monthly) about their performance and any changes in my expectations.
I work with each direct report to create specific improvement plans, ensuring they know what to focus on for their continued growth.
I regularly discuss (at least monthly) each direct report's progress, challenges, and active growth plans, addressing any issues as needed.