Self-improvement is crucial to conscious leadership. A spiritual entrepreneur never truly masters being a compassionate leader; they’re on a journey that is always progressing, evolving, and growing throughout their lives and careers. For as long as you can learn new things about yourself, you can also learn new things about leading and living with spirituality and compassion in mind.
Evaluations are an important part of growth. Criticism can be a gift, and the most straightforward way for you to see where your weaknesses lie so you can forge a path to turning them into strengths. During these evaluations it’s important to think mindfully, be open to feedback, and know what questions to ask so you can benefit from having the most accurate picture of your own performance. A few questions you can ask for a more impactful evaluation experience are:
- What goals do you wish I had accomplished that I did not? – This question really shows where others believe you can go and what potential you have. It also gives you clear-cut goals that you can work on until your next evaluation.
- What steps can I take to better help you reach your goals? – Leaders are supporters, and they can really grow the talent making up their teams with the right supportive mindset. If your team is evaluating your leadership strategies, ask them what you can do to help them reach their full potential.
- What professional values do I embody? – Your professional values have a big impact on your success in leadership. Compassionate leaders should value listening, communication, equality, support, and understanding. Make sure the values you put out there align with the ones you want to embody and the ones you want to shape your leadership moving forward.
- Are there any skills I should develop or work on in the coming months? – This question can be a difficult one to ask as the answer may not be exactly what you want to hear. Asking what skills you should work on in the coming months, year, or other period lets you know where you should really focus your improvement. This may include skills that you already believe are a strong suit, but it’s important to keep your ego in check if you wish to move forward in a meaningful way.
Evaluations should paint a picture of new goals and self-discovery, and there is no reason to feel defensive about hearing where you have room to improve.
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