Leadership Authenticity Assessment

A quick self-check to explore your alignment in leadership moments.

When senior leaders ask for your input, how does it usually feel?

A. An open space to share honestly

B. A subtle pressure to agree

C. A performance I'm expected to deliver

D. It depends on who's in the room

Have you ever agreed in meetings just to maintain your position?

A. No—I always speak with integrity

B. Sometimes—it feels like survival

C. Often—it's the unspoken rule

D. I used to, but not anymore

When leadership attention shifts to you unexpectedly, what's your gut reaction?

A. I step in with clarity

B. I calculate what they want to hear

C. I mask my real thoughts

D. I pause—I'm learning to trust my voice again

How aligned is your current leadership style with who you truly are?

A. Strongly aligned—my values lead

B. Somewhat aligned—I navigate trade-offs

C. Not very aligned—I'm still performing

D. Evolving—I'm working toward full authenticity

What's your biggest challenge in advancing your career?

A. I struggle to get noticed for promotions

B. I lack confidence in high-pressure situations

C. Office politics and leadership biases hold me back

D. I don't know how to position myself for bigger opportunities

When faced with a workplace conflict, how do you usually respond?

A. Stay quiet and avoid confrontation

B. Speak up, but I don't always feel heard

C. Navigate carefully, but it often feels exhausting

D. Use it as an opportunity to strengthen my position

How do you approach networking for career growth?

A. I don't network much—it feels forced

B. I network, but I don't see results

C. I try, but my connections don't lead to real opportunities

D. I actively network and position myself well

If a major opportunity comes up at work, what's your reaction?

A. I hesitate and doubt if I'm ready

B. I go for it, but I'm unsure if I'll get it

C. I feel others are favored, so I don't bother

D. I actively make a case for myself

Have you ever been judged based on your emotions at work?

A. Yes, and it affected how others perceived me

B. Sometimes—I try to manage how I express emotions

C. No, I keep my emotions in check

D. I use emotions as a tool for honest conversations

You have the skills—but confidence and visibility are holding you back. Start by owning your voice in low-risk spaces.

You already have the skills and expertise—what’s missing is the confidence to show up and the visibility to be seen. Start small. Practice owning your voice in low-pressure environments like LinkedIn posts, team meetings, or even voice notes to yourself. The more you speak, the more you’ll believe in what you have to say.

You're on the path—but need stronger positioning and strategy to grow.

You’re moving in the right direction—but to truly grow, you need sharper positioning and a smarter strategy. Clarify what sets you apart, refine your message, and start aligning your actions with where you want to be—not just where you are now.

You're navigating real systemic barriers. Your awareness is your power. Seek aligned allies.

You’re not imagining it—you're navigating real systemic barriers that weren’t built with you in mind. But your awareness is a form of power. Use it to stay grounded, to question the norms, and to find allies who not only see you, but stand with you. Alignment matters more than access.

You're already thinking like a leader—now it's time to act like one, consistently and boldly.

You already carry the mindset of a leader—vision, insight, responsibility. Now it’s time to embody it through consistent, courageous action. Show up with clarity, make the hard calls, and let your presence set the tone even before your words do.