Joseph Conklin proposes 10 questions for self-examination to help you understand your capacity for leadership. Answer the following questions, and discuss why they are important for leadership.
1. How much do I like my job?
2. How often do I have to repeat myself?
3. How do I respond to failure?
4. How well do I put up with second-guessing?
5. How early do I ask questions when making a decision?
6. How often do I say thank you?
7. Do I tend to favor a loose or strict interpretation of the rules?
8. Can I tell an obstacle from an excuse?
9. Is respect enough?
10. Have I dispensed with feeling indispensable?