Individual Deliverable #1 - Self Assessment and Job Application Memo

tremendous honesty and integrity, and be a role model who leads by example (The Ken Blanchard Company, n.d., “Question 2: Values and Integrity,” p.3, para. 1). As a leader and ISTJ personality, I perform at the highest efficiency when employing a step-by- step approach. The self-esteem test is an essential tool that allows us to analyze our ability to function in a healthy way. Upon completion of Queendom’s Self-Esteem Test, my overall result of 55, is mid-range and leaves room for growth. The score of 55, indicating stable self-esteem, contributes to effective problem-solving abilities and the assertiveness needed to achieve a continuous desire to fulfill potential (Queendom, 2023, “Self-Esteem Test Results,” para. 1). IV. Communication Skills Self-Assessment Inventory The third self-assessment is the Communication Skills Test. Out of 100, I scored 56, indicating a good foundation of communication skills. As depicted within the results, as a leader I take time to prepare all communications, think things through before speaking, tailor my message(s) to suit the person(s) I am talking to, speak up if I have something valuable to contribute, and always make a conscious effort to match my body language to the message(s) I want to convey (HTC Consulting, 2023, “Communication Skills Self-Assessment Inventory: Results.”). Effective communication is perhaps the most important leadership competency an individual can hone. The ability to use a variety of communication styles to generate effective two-way communication builds trust, prevents performance problems, and gives leaders the ability to articulate goals and objectives to pave they way for healthy working relationships (The Ken Blanchard Company, n.d., “Question 2: Communicating/listening,” p.3, para. 1). My ability to communicate with my team effectively and efficiently will help LSN improve company culture and prevent any misunderstandings. In addition to excellent communication skills and willingness to take risks, this position requires an individual who is aware and perceptive of the business environment and future opportunities (Center for Simplified Strategic Planning, Inc., 2008, para. 6). V. Know Your Top 5 Strengths and the Leadership Style Test The results from the High5 Strengths Test and Leadership Style Test indicate my top leadership competencies and explain my leadership style. According to my results of the High5 Strengths Test, I am best at analyzing, problem-solving, empathizing, strategizing, and thinking. These five strengths are all qualifications LSN requires of their leaders. The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the finance department and expected to aid in strategic planning with LSN executives. My skills in analyzing and strategic thinking and planning will ensure LSN’s goals are achieved. As an analyst and strategist, I become energized when searching for simplicity and clarity within a large amount of data, while looking at the big picture, which enables me to easily find the best solution to complex situations (High5 Test, 2023, “Test Results,” para. 1 and 4). The Leadership Style Test results indicate my leadership style is Idealist. As stated above, idealist leaders are high-energy achievers who have a strong desire to lifelong learning. Idealists are often charismatic, open-minded, prize creativity from themselves and others, and inspire others with their intuition and idealism (Leadership IQ, 2023, “Test Results: Idealist,”

IX. Reference Page Center for Simplified Strategic Planning, Inc. (2008). Strategic Thinking: 11 Critical Skills Needed. https://www.cssp.com/CD0808b/CriticalStrategicThinkingSkills/ Cherry, K. (2023, May 2). Emotional Intelligence: How We Perceive, Evaluate, Express, and Control Emotions. Very Well Mind. https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-emotional- intelligence-2795423 Common Purpose (2023). Test Your Cultural Intelligence. https://commonpurpose.org/resources/free-tools/cq-test#anchor1 Global Leadership Foundation. (2023, May 2). Emotional Intelligence Test. https://globalleadershipfoundation.com/geit/eitest.html GotoQuiz.com (2023). The Ultimate Ethics Quiz. https://www.gotoquiz.com/results/the_ultimate_ethics_quiz High5 Test (2023). Know Your Top 5 Strengths Test. Retrieved from https://high5test.com/ HTC Consulting (2023). Communication Skills Self-Assessment Inventory. Document posted in UMGC BMGT 365 7380 online classroom, archived at https://learn.umgc.edu/content/enforced/427453-001034-01-2198-US2-3260/ Communication%20Skills%20Self-Assessment%20Inventory.pdf? _&d2lSessionVal=Pbf2zuEvMkMb0qWOxvnsly2Lb HumanMetrics, Inc. (2023). ISTJ: Introverted Sensing Thinking Judging. https://www.humanmetrics.com/personality/istj?d=_mjO2iG04LYvhjNe- ezPS9od0_NjcJpzuzd79i05Q0NYT7DffMvvN6GOFKgrnxALRCiRBzCYk7y4Am- fh4CcdRYqHW5QenLvg1CKDB0Ut0k1

Communication Skills Self-Assessment Inventory Communication Skills – Self Assessment Statements Please tick the box under the score which you feel best describes you Exactly Like me Very like me Somewhat like me A little like me Not like me at all 5 4 3 2 1 1. I am open minded and am willing to change my viewpoint based on the valid opinion of others 3 2. I prepare for all communications and think things through before I speak 4 3. I always tailor my message to suit the person(s) I am talking to 3 4. I find it easy to listen to what other people have to say without interrupting 4 5. I am good at making eye contact with people when I am talking to them 3 6. I am not intimidated by situations where I must communicate with difficult employees 1 7. I am confident when I talk to people and speak clearly without mumbling 2 8. I am good at getting my point across in a clear, concise manner without waffling 2 9. I find it easy to concentrate on what others are saying and don’t lose my focus 3 10. I don’t start planning my response whilst the other person is talking 2 11. I don’t think that my opinion is the most important in the room 5 12. I only speak up if I have something valuable to contribute to the conversation and I avoid talking just for the sake of it 5 13. I make a conscious effort to match my body language to the message I want to convey 4 14. I am good at reading the body language of others 3 15. I can keep my cool when talking to other people even if I feel angry about what they say 3 16. When other people in the group are quiet, I encourage them to contribute 1 17. I don’t shout and point at people when we have a heated conversation 2 18. When group discussions get heated, I am good at keeping everyone calm and on the point 3 19. I feel comfortable holding meetings 1 20. I am good at summarising the key points of conversations which I have with people 2 Column Score (number of ticks x rating) 10 12 21 10 3 Overall Total (five column scores added) 56 Result: 76 -100 : You seem to have good communication skills 51 – 75 : There is a good foundation there 26 – 50: You have a lot of work to do to develop your communication skills 0 – 25: Did you score it correctly? On a separate sheet of paper, summarise your strengths and areas for improvement with regard to your ability to communicate. Look particularly at your lower scoring answers and this will give you some indication as to what aspects of communication you need to focus on.