Discover Your Management Style Quiz

Uncover your unique management style and learn how to effectively lead your team! Take this quiz to assess your approach to management, including your ability to manage both upwards and downwards, and receive personalised suggestions for enhancing your leadership skills.

How do you approach goal-setting and delegation with your team?

I involve my team in setting goals and empower them to take ownership of their tasks and responsibilities

I set clear goals and expectations for my team, but may micromanage or closely supervise their work

I prefer to set goals independently and assign tasks to my team without much input or collaboration

I struggle with delegating tasks or setting goals effectively, leading to confusion or inefficiency within the team

How do you communicate with your team members?

I maintain open and transparent communication, providing regular updates and feedback to keep everyone informed

I communicate with my team members as needed, but may not prioritise regular check-ins or feedback sessions

I tend to communicate one-way directives or instructions to my team without soliciting their input or feedback

I struggle with communication, leading to misunderstandings or miscommunications within the team

How do you handle conflicts or challenges within your team?

I address conflicts directly and facilitate constructive discussions to find resolutions that benefit everyone involved

I may avoid conflicts or minimise their importance, preferring to maintain harmony within the team

I tend to take a directive approach, imposing solutions without involving my team in the decision-making process

I struggle with conflict resolution, leading to unresolved issues or tension within the team

How do you manage upwards, i.e., with your own supervisors or higher management?

I maintain open and honest communication with my supervisors, advocating for my team and addressing concerns or challenges as they arise

I may hesitate to communicate upward, fearing repercussions or backlash from my supervisors

I tend to agree with my supervisors' decisions without question, even if I disagree with them or see potential issues

I struggle with managing upwards, leading to misunderstandings or conflicts with my supervisors

How do you empower and develop your team members?

I provide opportunities for growth and development, mentoring and coaching my team members to help them reach their full potential

I may provide some opportunities for development, but may not prioritise mentoring or coaching my team members

I prefer to focus on achieving immediate results or goals, without investing much time or effort into developing my team

I struggle with empowering or developing my team members, leading to stagnation or turnover within the team

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Empowering Leader!

Your collaborative and supportive approach to management empowers your team members to excel. Keep fostering open communication, resolving conflicts constructively, and developing your team's skills to drive success.

Balanced Manager!

You demonstrate some positive management traits but may have areas for improvement. Consider prioritizing open communication, conflict resolution, and team development to enhance your leadership effectiveness.

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Directive Supervisor!

Your authoritative approach to management may hinder collaboration and growth within your team. Consider adopting a more inclusive and collaborative leadership style, involving your team in decision-making and empowering them to take ownership of their work.

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Struggling Manager!

You may face challenges in managing both upwards and downwards effectively. Focus on improving communication, conflict resolution, and team development skills to build stronger relationships and drive better outcomes for your team.