Lakeland Leaders practice good judgement * empower others * collaborate * communicate * lead with confidence
Discerning
Indicative Behaviours
A leader who practices good judgement: • ethically acts with integrity and honesty • assesses and understands own strengths and weaknesses • analytically bases decisions upon evidence • confidently solves problems • is objective yet empathetic • is accountable and solutions-oriented • is strategic and proactive
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Empowering
Indicative Behaviours
A leader who empowers others: • checks ego and asks for input • puts Lakeland College needs ahead of individual needs • encourages and values diverse opinions • stimulates innovation and excellence • demonstrates high levels of emotional intelligence • leverages competence in others • practices humility and openness • supports teamwork
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Collaborative
Indicative Behaviours
A leader who collaborates: • demonstrates respect • builds trust • is ethical • is flexible • is vulnerable • is honest • actively listens
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Communicative
Indicative Behaviours
A leader who communicates effectively: • is approachable and transparent • listens actively and with an open mind • delivers consistent messages through verbal and written communication • provides timely, factual, articulate, and clear messages • demonstrates tact and charisma
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Confident
Indicative Behaviours
A leader who leads with confidence: • sees the big picture • calmly, willingly, and proactively takes the lead • celebrates the success of others • does not get easily offended • is accountable • makes decisions based on a careful assessment of risk and organizational needs • is persuasive and compelling • is willing to make the unpopular decision • exhibits a positive outlook about the future
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Knows how and when to delegate Strategically and proactively assesses situations Remains calm during adversity Listens to input and learns from past situations Considers Lakeland College values when making decisions Knows when to make independent or group decisions
Recognizes and appreciates the contributions of all Demonstrates good self-awareness Develops leaders within the team Is not easily offended Seeks out the best ideas Delegates willingly Balances humility with strength
Respects diversity Exhibits a positive attitude Asks for and gives feedback Makes time for others Is approachable Consciously collaborates instead of competing Is able to read others and respond Is visible and appreciative
Delivers consistent messaging Accepts responsibility Does not take things personally Communicates with optimism Provides positive feedback when praise is necessary Provides spontaneous feedback Plans communication messages
Takes the lead when required Talks less and listens more Willing to speak out and speak up when it matters Decisively and boldly sets goals Embraces flexibility Is modest Innovates and is willing to try something new or different Takes responsibility Leverages personal strengths Creates a vision and pathway Mentors others