Leadership Without Guesswork

With nonstop meetings, deadlines, and the latest fire to put out, it’s easy to get caught in the momentum of doing without stopping to assess how we’re truly showing up. However, what if you could gain crystal-clear insight into your leadership behaviors, discover what’s working, and uncover hidden challenges holding you back? That’s exactly what Leadership Assessments offer — and why they are a cornerstone of Dr. Cristi’s Strategy Sessions and the Executive Leadership and Productivity Strategy Program.

Dr. Cristi is a Certified Practitioner of The Leadership Challenge®, one of the most research-driven and respected leadership development frameworks available. Using this tool, she helps both seasoned Leaders and rising Professionals tap into actionable data to elevate their impact, increase self-awareness, and accelerate their growth.

So, What Exactly Is a Leadership Assessment?

A Leadership Assessment is a structured, research-based tool designed to evaluate specific leadership behaviors, competencies, and growth opportunities. Unlike personality tests, which focus on traits, leadership assessments emphasize behaviors — what you do, not just who you are. It also measures the frequency of those behaviors. This is critical, because in leadership, what gets practiced gets passed on.

With The Leadership Challenge® assessment — specifically the Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) — Leaders receive a 360-degree view of how others perceive their leadership based on the Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership®:

1. Model the Way: Set an example by aligning actions with shared values.

2. Inspire a Shared Vision: Envision the future and enlist others in that vision.

3. Challenge the Process: Seek innovative ways to improve.

4. Enable Others to Act: Foster collaboration and strengthen others.

5. Encourage the Heart: Recognize contributions and celebrate values and victories.​

   
   

This data-rich feedback offers Leaders practical insights they can use to fine-tune their leadership presence and performance.

Why Do Assessments Matter?

Whether you're leading a team or striving to make a greater impact as an Individual Contributor, self-awareness is the foundation of intentional leadership. Leadership Assessments provide a mirror—reflecting both your strengths and the blind spots that may be quietly impacting your effectiveness.

The benefits are powerful:

✅ Clarity on your current leadership behaviors.

✅ Alignment between how you see yourself and how others see you.

✅ Actionable feedback to target your development efforts.

✅ Greater confidence in your leadership approach.

✅ Increased engagement and influence within your organization.

How Dr. Cristi Helps You Apply the Insights

Taking the assessment is just the beginning. Through a 1:1 Strategy Session, Dr. Cristi helps you interpret your results, prioritize growth areas, and design a practical development plan that supports your goals.

Whether you're navigating a promotion, leading through change, or seeking to strengthen your leadership brand, the LPI Assessment gives you the strategic advantage of knowing exactly where to focus.

💡 Ready to See What’s Possible When You Lead with Intention and take the guesswork out of growth? Discover what’s really driving (or draining) your leadership impact.

Book a Discovery Call with Dr. Cristi today to learn how The Leadership Challenge® Assessment can support your unique leadership journey. Your next level of leadership begins with self-awareness. Let’s make it happen — together.  

Looking forward to #EngineerBetterLeaders! ✨