plan and began my normal routine of delegating.I quickly realized,though,that this group of employees,with international backgrounds,wasnt responding well.In fact,they asked to have input into my plan.I agreed to spend half a day talking with them,and then ,had good ideas.The only way to move ahead on the project was to encourage the entire group to offer solutions to our export problem.I think these people would agree that
I'mflexible and willing to modify my leadership style when the need arises.
Q:How would a former colleague or subordinate describe your leadership style?
A:My colleagues would probably say that my leadership style is the strong,silent type.I dont make a big deal about being in charge or making decisions.I try to involve everyone around me in the decisionmaking process and in carrying out a plan of action.My colleagues truly believe that I bring a lot of positive energy to our group and that I help motivate others.
Q:Describe the situations in which youre mostfortable as a leader.
A:One of my talents is to takeplex issues or problems and break them down into the simplest parts.I'm also good at teaching other people.As a result,whenever I'm faced wiher people tend to let me find a solution and instruct them on how to proceed.As a result,I've found that I'm an effective leader in this kind of situation.I'm not a particularly effective leader,though,in a highly charged poltical environment.My perference is to deal with facts and data.When there are other issues like political or emotional factors to consider,I often prefer that someone else take the lead,and I simply resolve to be a good team player.In all other situations I normally surface as a leader.
Q:Describe yourfort level working with people ofhigher rank and people of lower rank.
A:The person that delivers our mail twice a day has be a good friend.Ive invited him to my house to meet my family,and we often go to baseball games together on the weekends.I can also relate well to my general manager.We both havemon interests,which include sailing and elk hunting in winter.