Leadership Potential Checklist

LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL CHECKLIST

You can use the following checklist to evaluate your leadership potential. Your goal in considering each item is to be able to answer, “Yes, I do that.” The more positive your answers, the more likely that you will someday make an effective leader. Remember, this is your own evaluation!

Yes No I enjoy working with all people.

Yes No I respect the rights of others.

Yes No I enjoy helping people in need.

Yes No I try never to embarrass people.

Yes No I try to avoid arguments.

Yes No I never take unfair advantage of others.

Yes No I try to avoid becoming angry.

Yes No I try not to show off my knowledge.

Yes No I am dependable and responsible.

Yes No I am friendly to all and smile often.

Yes No I am a good listener.

Yes No I admit to mistakes.

Yes No I try to remember other people’s names.

Yes No I try not to talk loudly, swear, or gossip.

Yes No I dress neatly and appropriately for the occasion.

Yes No I do my best at home, in school, and at work.

Yes No I have enthusiasm and a sense of humor.

Yes No I congratulate others on their achievements.

Yes No I make good, quick decisions.

Yes No I try to profit from constructive criticism.

Yes No I practice to improve my grammar, speech, and voice.

Yes No I strive to develop positive attitudes.

Yes No I accept honors and awards graciously.

Yes No I try not to brag about my own achievements.

Yes No I hold no ethnic prejudices.

Yes No I try not to be sarcastic and arrogant.

Yes No I am courteous, polite and sincere.

Yes No I am slow to criticize others.

Yes No I accept assignments cheerfully from supervisors.

Yes No I obey all local, state and national laws.

Yes No I follow the golden rule—“Do unto others as you would

have others do unto you.”