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Leadership Under Pressure Assessment

How Well Do You Lead Under Pressure?

A 5-Minute Assessment for Leaders

We've all been there: The meeting that goes sideways. The team member who pushes your buttons. The high-pressure decision where everyone's watching.

This quick assessment helps you understand how you typically respond when the pressure is on – and where to focus your development efforts for maximum impact.

Instructions: Think about how you typically behave in high-pressure situations. Be honest – there are no "right" answers.

When Things Get Intense...

Question 1 of 12
1
When I'm really stressed or under pressure, I tend to react in ways that surprise me later – like being sharper than intended, withdrawing, or pushing too hard.
2
After a tense meeting or difficult conversation, I actively ask others how I came across and what impact I had on them.
3
When my team gets stuck in the same arguments or everyone's talking but no one's listening, I know how to get them unstuck and moving forward.
4
When something goes wrong, I find myself looking for the ONE person or thing to blame rather than seeing how multiple factors contributed.
5
During a crisis or major challenge, I successfully keep people energized and focused rather than letting fear or negativity take over.
6
I try to handle everything myself because it's faster than involving others or because I don't want to burden my team.
7
When faced with a decision that's right for the business but might hurt my reputation or relationships, I choose what's right even when it's uncomfortable.
8
I can explain why our organization exists beyond making money in a way that genuinely inspires people to give their best.
9
In my organization, people feel safe to disagree with leadership and share unpopular opinions without fear of retaliation.
10
When tensions rise in a meeting and people start getting defensive or attacking, I can calm things down and get everyone back on track.
11
I can turn heated arguments into productive conversations where people actually listen to each other and find solutions together.
12
I have a clear approach for how I lead in a crisis – I know what works, what doesn't, and I keep getting better at it.

Your Leadership Under Pressure Profile

Based on your responses, we've identified where you're strong and where you have the most opportunity for growth. Every leader has areas to develop – what matters is knowing where to focus your efforts.

🎯 The Four Stages of High-Stakes Leadership Development

Research shows that leaders who excel under pressure have developed capabilities across four key areas. Think of these as building blocks – each one supports the next:

📋 Your Personalized Action Plan

Ready to Master Leadership Under Pressure?

The Leading in High Stakes program gives you practical tools and frameworks to excel when pressure peaks. You'll learn alongside other senior leaders facing similar challenges.

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