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Power Exchange Calibrator
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This Power Exchange Calibrator measures how well you are exchanging your leadership power for your team's performance. Simply choose your response to each statement below.

The Calibrator takes approximately five minutes.

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Response

1 = Strongly Disagree
5 = Strongly Agree

          
Explain the Game
I consistently give clear explanations for what I expect from my team.
I take every opportunity to reinforce my team's most important goals.
My employees clearly understand their roles and rewards.
We have clearly defined rules of engagement - agreed upon way that we interact with each other.
My team's values are evident in everything we say and do.
 
Ask the Right Questions, then Listen
I consistently ask my team how I can support their success.
During team meetings, I listen at least 50% of the time.
I proactively seek ways to obtain unfiltered information from my team.
I receive lots of small ideas for improvement from my team.
I ask lots of specific questions to fully understand my team's challenges.
 
Involve Your Experts
My team has an ongoing forum being involved in work improvements and other initiatives.
The way things get done on my team is less important than my team being committed to the approach.
My team responds to ideas for improvement quickly.
My employees would say that everyone on our team is accountable for improving work processes and productivity.
I give my team exposure to a variety of learning situations so they can be more alert to improvement opportunities.
 
Appreciate Performance and People
I learn at least one new thing everyday about one of my employees.
I express my appreciation for employee contributions at least twice a day.
My employees would say that they get as much appreciation as they need.
My team has at least 3-to-1 ratio of positive to negative interactions.
I take the time to personalize my recognition to each employee.