Do you demonstrate leadership qualities even when you are not in a leadership role?

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Rachelle Enns · Accepted Answer

"I naturally take on a leader and mentor-ship type of role with my co-workers. In one instance, I had a new coworker who was having some trouble fitting in. I took her out for lunch and talked to her about the workplace culture and semantics surrounding the various departments. I wanted her to stay and enjoy her employment with us, so I took the responsibility of ensuring she was settling in well. I believe there are always opportunities for leadership - you have to keep your eyes open!"

Rachelle Enns · Answer

This question challenges you to think about how you act as a leader in your daily life. Even if you're not leading a team, you can still demonstrate the qualities of a leader!

Rather than just tell the interviewer that you are a leader in non-leadership situations, try a 'show and tell' approach. Give an example of how you coached a coworker who was having difficulty preparing for a big presentation. Maybe you gave them confidence in their strengths by encouraging them, or perhaps you offered some helpful hints. You can be a motivator and a confident communicator in any situation at work!

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I aim always to demonstrate my leadership abilities every day, even though I am a junior administrator. I strive to set a good example for my peers by performing my tasks quickly, without having to be told. I will also take charge when I see a task falling behind, which I believe is a good example of leadership."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I have been in a leadership role for most of my career. As a result, the actions of a true leader are now naturally ingrained in me. Every year I re-read Simon Sinek's book, 'Leaders Eat Last,' which has ingrained in me a foundation of leadership based on inspiration and creating a remarkable team environment. I am leading by example in all that I do, inside and outside of work."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I demonstrate leadership ability daily by effectively managing my projects and clients independently. This display of accountability is a good example to others, and it shows my leadership team that I can take the lead on a project without having to be encouraged by outside sources to perform."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I choose to lead by example, with or without any managerial authority presence. I arrive early to work and stay late when needed. I pitch in and go the extra mile whenever an opportunity presents itself. I feel this approach makes me a good teammate and a good human. This eager attitude also sets me up for a strong career trajectory. When the opportunity for a true leadership role presents itself, I have positioned myself to be top of mind for the promotion."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I want to be taken seriously as a business person and sales leader, so I must always lead by example. I never know who is watching! Leading by example applies to my time in the office, my activity on social media, or my actions at a company event. No matter what the situation or where I find myself, to be a true leader, I believe in acting like someone is always observing my actions."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"As an elementary school teacher in a small town, I have to be very aware of my actions at all times. At work, while volunteering, grocery shopping, or going for a couple of drinks - I have my leadership hat on by acting as a positive influence."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Leadership is about influence, so you do not have to be in a formal leadership role."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Having been in a leadership role for the past 20 years of my career, I try to show my actions as a leader at work, and outside of work as well."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Yes, I demonstrate leadership qualities both in and out of work. At my current job, the staff has a lot of visibility because of all the community events we are involved in. Our pictures are often plastered on big banners and in the local papers, and we are often seen on the nightly news. If you go on the company's website, you will still see my picture with other members of staff. As a result, it makes me hyper-vigilant about putting my best foot forward in public."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Yes, leadership comes naturally to me. In the spring, I found out we had a new member of our division living in a different city. Our team wasn't informed, but as soon as I found out, I started a Zoom Happy Hour call amongst our Western team members. Eventually, I had this new member over for dinner. She told me it was only after the first Zoom call when she felt like a true member and not just a lone soldier."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Yes, I show leadership qualities when not leading a team by telling my co-workers that I am always available to help them with Excel sheets, Budget questions, or anything they need. I am a team player and my colleagues would agree that I am always willing to help out."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Yes, every day. Whenever someone is out I share in and delegate to make sure all tasks are covered."

Anonymous User · Answer

"yes, influencing others in developing."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Yes. Engaging in Active Listening and acknowledging different points of views in meetings in vitally important in ensuring that all members of the meeting feel valued and respected."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My desire is to always demonstrate a leadership role. For example, I have a church member who graduated from her NP program a few months ahead of me, and she was afraid to take her National Certification Board Exam. When I graduated, I encouraged her for us to study together for our Board Exams, even though we are not in the same specialty. I share helpful tips for the exam with her, and we were both successful in passing our Boards on the first try."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I usually check with the rest of the team when I'm done with my assignment and offer help. With new employees, I love teaching them and showing them the ropes. I also always look for an opportunity to learn, even if the person has less experience, I could still learn from them."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have been in a leadership role for most of my career.FOR INSTANCE.Working as Field Support Person in a Govt of Pakistan's health department; Expanded Program for Immunization for eradication of polio, Measles, and TB. Then the Campaign Support Person in World Health Organization for the eradication of Polio. As a result, the actions of a true leader are now naturally ingrained in me. I am leading by example in all that I do, inside and outside of work."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have been reading a lot of different leadership books, particularly the ones by Simon Sinek and Ken Blanchard. I like one book in specific from Ken, Whale Done. It was fascinating to change the table around and start recognizing the team who had done their best and carried out the work diligently. We must call out when their contribution in certain projects/tasks during team members. This not only boosts their confidence but it allows leaders to promote effective delegation"

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