Leader of Teams

• I clarify and redefine the problems and opportunities I face
• I take an analytical approach to assess situations from multiple perspectives
• I can break problems into component parts and develop options
• I identify and assess any contributing factors and biases when problem solving or decision making.
• I take a creative and innovate approach to the problems I face
• I analyse decision paths and take decisive action

 – I am motivated and passionate about working and achieving higher results by:                                                                                                                 

• Planning and managing my time
• Prioritising my most important work
• Managing interruptions
• Setting clear personal and professional goals 
• Aligning work goals with the wider team or organisation’s goals.
• Taking action every day to further my goals
• Managing information effectively

• I can create a plan for how to complete a project within a certain timeframe with defined stages and designated resources
• I set measurable objectives, identify deliverables and plan and assign tasks
• I can track progress, manage changes, delays and budget

• I can define individual outcome-focused SMART goals that clearly map to team and organisational goals
• I create true accountability through clear priorities and a focus on results
• I leverage technology to effectively manage communication and create meaningful touchpoints 
• I provide regular coaching and support
• I acknowledge individual and team success
• I deliver informal and formal feedback
• I deliver frequent and effective feedback

• I clearly define the purpose and roles for external team members/volunteers
• I ensure clear management / reporting lines are in place
• I have an effective planning and tracking system to assign work projects
• I ensure appropriate policies, procedures, training and supports are in place
• I provide regular, clear communication with extended team members
• I understand and can apply the appropriate legislation covering volunteers

• I ensure the team has clear purpose and objectives
• I understand the role of team dynamics and the effective components of a team and how they apply to the team
• I connect team goals to individual team members
• I focus on the team’s cohesiveness, productivity, and efficiency through defined ways of working
• I delegate with clarity and authority
• I focus on continuous learning and development

• I establish purpose and direction for the group
• I create an open, inclusive and psychologically safe environment 
• I ask clear, concise and open questions and actively listen
• I encourage creative thinking, idea generation and collaboration
• I can manage time, goals, energy and focus amongst a group. 

• I can clearly convey and adapt ideas and concepts so that they are heard and understood by a diverse audience
• I engage in active listening
• I can articulate complex ideas both verbally and in writing
• I develop and deliver clear and compelling presentations and reports that engage an audience
• I make effective use of presentation tools to increase the impact of my presentations
• I can connect with and deliver my message with impact.

• I encourage participation in dialogue through active listening, self-awareness and tolerance
• I establish trust through openness, transparency and willingness to share knowledge
• I positively motivate and guide others.
• I persuade and engage others to build buy-in. 
• I communicate plans and strategies with a high level of clarity.

• I have a high level of self awareness of my own needs, strengths, values, and drivers. 
• I recognise and understand my own emotions and how they influence me and those around me.
• I can manage and control my emotions in an effective way so that I engage with others calmly, sensitively, compassionately, and proactively.
• I understand how other peoples emotions affect their behaviours and use that understanding to achieve better outcomes for all

• I understand the process of change – for individuals, for teams and for organisations 
• I know how to guide teams through transitions
• I can deliver strategies for effecting and controlling change, and helping people to adapt to change.
• I react to and manage change successfully and routinely.
• I remain flexible and agile in the face of change.

• I know how to guide and improve the performance of others and the organisation by adopting a coaching style and promoting a coaching culture. 
• I facilitate skill development by providing clear and specific behaviour related feedback at all organisational levels.
• I elicit level-appropriate suggestions for improvement in a way that builds confidence and self-esteem.
• I actively cultivate a coaching style through effective listening, asking questions and encouraging independent thinking

• I can clearly connect our organisational purpose and objectives to team goals.
• I create a motivating environment through trust, openness and a solution focus
• I demonstrate and model drive, and commitment to the team and the organisation         
• I encourage deep engagement across the team through open communication, collaboration and mutual goals                                         
• I am committed to an open and reciprocal feedback process
• I have regular and consistent check ins with team members.     
• I can manage conflict effectively                              

•  I engage in a continuous process of communication with direct reports and teams in support of achieving the strategic objectives of the organisation and optimum performance
• I am able to observe measurable patterns of skills, behaviours, abilities, and successes. 
• I deliver frequent and effective feedback, both informally and formally
• I clearly communicate purpose and objectives.
• I can identify skills gaps and plan how to address them.
• I ensure team members have appropriate development opportunities.    

• I respond to situations with agility, flexibility, and an ability to withstand adversity.
• I understand my values, my purpose and my strengths.
• I am able to tap into strengths and support systems to overcome challenges and work through problems.
• I actively manage my mental wellbeing through proactive focus on physical and mental health, sleep, and hydration.
• I know how to use mindfulness or other similar practices to manage my mental health and emotional energy.                                                                 

• I actively strive to create a culture of diversity and inclusion that engenders mutual respect, support and a sense of unity. 
• I can clearly articulate what being culturally sensitive and inclusive means for my team
• I know how to interact and communicate effectively in cross-cultural situations.
• I build authentic relationships that recognise and leverage difference
• I encourage diversity of thought and proactively guard against the influence of unconscious biases and steretypes. 
• I regularly elicit feedback and encourage dialogue on continuous improvement

• I understand the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of resilience
• I develop systems and practices that promote health in these four areas
• I create an agile and flexible operating environment for teams
• I model resilience and I create psychological safety.
• I understand, value and embrace different value sets, purposes and strengths within teams.
• I develop support systems to overcome challenges and work through problems.