Organizational checklist includes list of observable symptoms that may indicate leadership is not staying competent as times change. 5 discussion questions that follow help organizations identify nest steps for correcting leadership problems. Helps businesses see the importance of leadership in a broader context. Staying current as leaders is part of responsible leadership. Helpful for leadership development, senior leader discussions and C-Suite planning.

1. Leading in Context
Diagram
Building Current Leadership Skills Starts With the CLO
CLO Other Sr. Leaders Other Leaders
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Understands Performance Systems
Serves as a Coach to Other Senior Leaders
Serves as Coach to Other Leaders
Has Top-Notch, Current
Leadership Skills
Meets or Exceeds Company
Leadership Expectations
Serves as a Role Model to
Other Leaders and to Employees
Serves as a Coach to Employees
As the head performance strategist in the organization, and the leadership role model
for the organization, the CLO needs to have a strong understanding of performance
systems and today’s leadership skills, and must meet or exceed all of the company’s
leadership expectations. Meeting those requirements ensures that the CLO is fully
capable of preparing senior leaders to coach leaders throughout the organization.
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