We use
our model of Collaborative Leadership as
a development guide for leaders of all levels. It is a simple framework
for looking at the three essential aspects of what leaders actually do:
Scan Effective leaders continuously scan and interpret the world around
them, making sense of changing and often ambiguous environments. This includes
cultural and quantitative factors, long and short term issues, internal
stakeholders and external partners.
Relate Leaders need to establish and develop effective relationships
with people both inside and outside the organisation. Skilled interaction
balances the needs and wants of all parties, combining assertiveness with
openness.
Act Delivery of outcomes ultimately depends on leaders having the
skills to make sound decisions, manage implementation and bring about effective
performance in others.
All three essentials are observable. We have
developed a 360° feedback
tool, the Collaborative Leadership Inventory (CLI), available online. Contact
us if you would like to use this in your own organization.
Our model also includes a fourth, non-observable essential:
Insight Awareness of self and situation is both a prerequisite and an outcome
for effective leadership and collaboration.
The Collaborative Leadership Inventory(CLI) is the intellectual
property of CPCR. All rights are reserved.