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Determine where you and others land on the continuum, but don’t try to change others’ styles. (cont'd)
8.Do leaders demonstrate ability or caring?
9.Would you contribute directly to your firm’s profits or through people?
10.Under pressure, should leadership emphasize attention and firmness or caring and consideration?
11.Do you rely more on reason or compassion?
12.Do you give bad news plainly, or do you try to ease bad news to lighten its impact?
13.Would you describe yourself as more analytical or appreciative?
14.Do you tend to base your decisions on impartiality, logic and fairness or on kindness and feeling?
15.Which do you value more: the plain truth and objectivity or peace and belonging?
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