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Crisis Leadership Readiness Check

Fifteen statements across five dimensions. See where you are strong and what to build before you take on a high-stakes role.

0 of 15 answered

1. I can tell the difference between the symptoms of a problem and its causes within a few weeks.
2. I seek out people who will tell me bad news.
3. I write down what I find before deciding what to do about it.
4. I can make a good-enough decision without complete information.
5. I set review dates for big decisions instead of treating them as final.
6. I can stop a project I started when the evidence changes.
7. I explain hard decisions clearly, including what I do not yet know.
8. I stay calm and consistent when I am being criticised in public.
9. I communicate more, not less, when things are going badly.
10. I have a sponsor or ally with real authority in my organisation.
11. I build relationships with people outside my reporting line.
12. I can bring sceptics on board without giving away the plan.
13. I have people outside work I can talk to honestly.
14. I protect my sleep and recovery during intense periods.
15. I know my early warning signs of being overstretched.

The five dimensions

  • Diagnosis: seeing the real problem quickly.
  • Decisions under pressure: acting without complete information, and correcting course.
  • Communication: candour, consistency and calm under scrutiny.
  • Coalition building: sponsors, allies and the ability to win over sceptics.
  • Personal resilience: the support and habits that sustain you through a long, hard role.

This is a self-reflection tool, not a validated psychometric test. Use it to decide where to invest before you start, ideally with a coach or trusted colleague.

Questions

Is this a psychometric test?

No. It is a structured self-reflection based on common themes in crisis leadership. It is not validated as a psychological assessment.

What is a good score?

There is no pass mark. Look at the spread: your two lowest dimensions are where support or preparation will help most.

Can my team use it?

Yes. Many leaders find it useful to compare their own answers with how a trusted colleague would rate them.

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