Business Finance - Operations Management Week Two Assignment 1.

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 1

Collaborative Leadership Self-Assessment

Are you effectively leading with a collaborative approach? Collaborative

leadership goes beyond partnering with peers and external entities. It also

means taking a collaborative approach to your work with those who report to

you.

Trust is the foundation for collaborative relationships. Complete the self-

assessment below to assess your current capacity in each of these key areas

of trust. Use it to help identify opportunities for growth and development of

your collaborative leadership approach.

You may also choose to identify one professional relationship that you would

like to develop more trust in, then walk through this self-assessment to

identify some potential areas you might focus on as you take steps to

strengthen trust with that person.

After completing this assessment, we recommend that you identify one or

two behaviors to focus on at a time. You may opt to choose these behaviors

from your lowest-scoring category, or you may decide instead to identify the

behavior(s) that are most relevant to your relationship with the other

person.

It can be helpful to share your goals with a support person – someone who

can provide guidance and moral support as you work to strengthen trust

with others.

For more information and tips on building trust, check out the references

listed in the Resource Guide for this series.

This assessment is based on the Trust model developed by Dennis and Michelle Reina (2015), Trust

and Betrayal in the Workplace. Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler.

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 2

Trust of Character

Trust of Character is based on trust that the other person is working toward

mutual benefits rather than serving their own interests.

Trust of Character Always

5

Mostly

3

Not Yet

1

I manage expectations by explicitly communicating my

needs and demonstrating clear understanding of

others’ needs

I establish boundaries by coming to a clear agreement

on roles and responsibilities

I delegate appropriately, meaning that when all parties

agree on who will take responsibility for something, I’m

willing to “let go” of it

I live up to agreements by doing what I say I will do, and by speaking up if it becomes apparent that I will

not be able to honor a commitment I have made

I work the ‘win-win’ to ensure all parties benefit from

decisions by acknowledging others’ needs and acting

with these needs in mind

I behave consistently over time and across a variety of situations – so that others don’t feel caught off guard

by my behavior

My Trust of Character Score: ______ out of 30 points

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 3

Trust of Communication

Trust of Communication is based on faith that the other person is

collaborating in an open and honest way.

Trust of Communication Always

5

Mostly

3

Not Yet

1

I share information openly without withholding details

– and without being asked

I tell the truth by honestly sharing thoughts and

feelings

I admit mistakes by speaking directly with those impacted – and showing a willingness to learn from

mistakes

I speak with good purpose by avoiding gossip

I maintain confidentiality by protecting private or

sensitive information

I give and request constructive feedback with growth

(growth of yourself and others) in mind

My Trust of Communication Score: ______ out of 30 points

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 4

Trust of Capability

Trust of Capability is based on a sense that the other person is competent to

respond to the demands of their role.

Trust of Capability Always

5

Mostly

3

Not Yet

1

I acknowledge others’ abilities by demonstrating

respect for their talents and providing opportunities for

them to develop new skills

I express appreciation for others’ efforts and

contributions

I seek advice from others to demonstrate trust in their

expertise

I involve others in making decisions to promote buy-in

and a sense of shared “ownership” in the decision

I encourage learning by investing in others’ growth and

development, as well as my own

My Trust of Capability Score: ______ out of 25 points

My Collaborative Leadership Overall Score: ______ out of 85 points

Date Taken: _____________

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 1

Collaborative Leadership Self-Assessment

Are you effectively leading with a collaborative approach? Collaborative

leadership goes beyond partnering with peers and external entities. It also

means taking a collaborative approach to your work with those who report to

you.

Trust is the foundation for collaborative relationships. Complete the self-

assessment below to assess your current capacity in each of these key areas

of trust. Use it to help identify opportunities for growth and development of

your collaborative leadership approach.

You may also choose to identify one professional relationship that you would

like to develop more trust in, then walk through this self-assessment to

identify some potential areas you might focus on as you take steps to

strengthen trust with that person.

After completing this assessment, we recommend that you identify one or

two behaviors to focus on at a time. You may opt to choose these behaviors

from your lowest-scoring category, or you may decide instead to identify the

behavior(s) that are most relevant to your relationship with the other

person.

It can be helpful to share your goals with a support person – someone who

can provide guidance and moral support as you work to strengthen trust

with others.

For more information and tips on building trust, check out the references

listed in the Resource Guide for this series.

This assessment is based on the Trust model developed by Dennis and Michelle Reina (2015), Trust

and Betrayal in the Workplace. Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler.

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 2

Trust of Character

Trust of Character is based on trust that the other person is working toward

mutual benefits rather than serving their own interests.

Trust of Character Always

5

Mostly

3

Not Yet

1

I manage expectations by explicitly communicating my

needs and demonstrating clear understanding of

others’ needs

I establish boundaries by coming to a clear agreement

on roles and responsibilities

I delegate appropriately, meaning that when all parties

agree on who will take responsibility for something, I’m

willing to “let go” of it

I live up to agreements by doing what I say I will do, and by speaking up if it becomes apparent that I will

not be able to honor a commitment I have made

I work the ‘win-win’ to ensure all parties benefit from

decisions by acknowledging others’ needs and acting

with these needs in mind

I behave consistently over time and across a variety of situations – so that others don’t feel caught off guard

by my behavior

My Trust of Character Score: ______ out of 30 points

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 3

Trust of Communication

Trust of Communication is based on faith that the other person is

collaborating in an open and honest way.

Trust of Communication Always

5

Mostly

3

Not Yet

1

I share information openly without withholding details

– and without being asked

I tell the truth by honestly sharing thoughts and

feelings

I admit mistakes by speaking directly with those impacted – and showing a willingness to learn from

mistakes

I speak with good purpose by avoiding gossip

I maintain confidentiality by protecting private or

sensitive information

I give and request constructive feedback with growth

(growth of yourself and others) in mind

My Trust of Communication Score: ______ out of 30 points

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER 4

Trust of Capability

Trust of Capability is based on a sense that the other person is competent to

respond to the demands of their role.

Trust of Capability Always

5

Mostly

3

Not Yet

1

I acknowledge others’ abilities by demonstrating

respect for their talents and providing opportunities for

them to develop new skills

I express appreciation for others’ efforts and

contributions

I seek advice from others to demonstrate trust in their

expertise

I involve others in making decisions to promote buy-in

and a sense of shared “ownership” in the decision

I encourage learning by investing in others’ growth and

development, as well as my own

My Trust of Capability Score: ______ out of 25 points

My Collaborative Leadership Overall Score: ______ out of 85 points

Date Taken: _____________