Wheel Submission No: #6323
Leadership is complex. It’s not just about making decisions or driving results—it’s about navigating relationships, handling conflict, adapting to change, and influencing others. The Executive Wheel of Life is designed to give leaders a clear snapshot of where they excel and where they might need to level up.
This tool is for executives, business owners, high-level leaders--and ANYONE--who wants to develop a more holistic approach to leadership. While the wheel is self-reported, it explores 10 key areas that impact your effectiveness, influence, and ability to lead with confidence.
What It Is: The ability to navigate disagreements, address tension, and mediate resolutions in a way that strengthens relationships and outcomes.
• Low Score? Work on developing emotional intelligence, active listening, and conflict resolution strategies. Avoidance or aggression can damage leadership credibility.
• High Score? Use your ability to handle conflict constructively by mentoring others, leading crucial conversations, and fostering a culture of healthy debate.
What It Is: Great leaders make things CLEAR, COMPELLING, and CONCISE—whether they’re speaking to a team, writing an email, or leading a meeting.
• Low Score? If people often misunderstand you or seem disengaged, work on simplifying your message. Ask for feedback, refine your storytelling, and remember—communication isn’t just about talking; it’s about making sure the other person actually gets it.
• High Score? If communication is one of your strengths, use it to inspire. Mentor others on how to communicate effectively, tell better stories, and make complex ideas easy to grasp.
What It Is: A great leader doesn’t just lead; they build teams where people trust each other and ACTUALLY WANT TO WORK TOGETHER.
• Low Score? If your team feels disjointed, work on trust. Delegate more, recognize strengths in others, and create opportunities for collaboration instead of competition.
• High Score? If you’re naturally great at bringing people together, maximize it. Develop other team-builders, encourage connection beyond work tasks, and help your team feel like they’re part of something bigger.
What It Is: Leadership isn’t for the faint of heart. It takes guts to make tough calls, stand firm in your values, and take risks that might not pay off immediately.
• Low Score? If fear or hesitation holds you back, start small. Push yourself to make one bold decision this week, even if it’s uncomfortable. Courage is a muscle—build it.
• High Score? If you’ve got a high tolerance for risk, use it wisely. Champion innovation, stand up for what’s right (even when it’s unpopular), and help others find their own leadership backbone.
What It Is: The ability to function without all the answers. Business is messy, the future is unpredictable, and great leaders DON'T FREEZE UP when things get uncertain.
• Low Score? If you struggle when things aren’t black and white, work on becoming more comfortable with “figuring it out as you go.” Look for patterns, focus on what you can control, and trust your ability to adapt.
• High Score? If you thrive in uncertain situations, help others do the same. Be the steady voice in the storm, reframe ambiguity as opportunity, and teach your team how to think instead of panic.
What It Is: Can you roll with the punches? Leaders who can pivot when circumstances change will ALWAYS outperform those who resist change.
• Low Score? If you get stuck when plans fall apart, start training yourself to embrace Plan B (or C or D). Ask yourself, “What’s the opportunity here?” instead of “Why is this happening?”
• High Score? If you adapt easily, use that skill to lead change. Help your team see shifts as opportunities, stay ahead of trends, and encourage a mindset that says, “We’ll figure it out.”
What It Is: The best leaders DON'T GO SOLO. They bring people together, remove roadblocks, and make sure THE RIGHT voices are in the room.
• Low Score? If you find yourself working alone too often, practice bringing others into the process. Get feedback, delegate, and create partnerships—it’ll take you further, faster.
• High Score? If collaboration is your strength, amplify it. Connect people who should be working together, push for cross-functional teamwork, and build a culture where THE BEST IDEAS ALWAYS WIN—not just the loudest ones.
What It Is: Leadership is DEEPLY PERSONAL. It’s not just about performance; it’s about PEOPLE. Strong leaders build relationships based on trust, respect, and genuine care.
• Low Score? If your relationships feel surface-level, work on being more intentional. Check in with people. Be present in conversations. Small acts of kindness and follow-through go a long way.
• High Score? If relationship-building comes naturally to you, use it to influence at a higher level. Strengthen your network, mentor up-and-coming leaders, and build relationships that AREN'T JUST TRANSACTIONAL.
What It Is: The ability to GET BUY-IN. Whether you’re selling an idea, negotiating, or rallying people around a vision, persuasion is a game-changer.
• Low Score? If people aren’t getting on board with your ideas, focus on UNDERSTANDING THEIR PERSPECTIVE FIRST. Practice storytelling and framing your message in a way that speaks to their priorities.
• High Score? If you’re naturally persuasive, use it for impact. Champion causes that matter, advocate for your team, and BE THE VOICE THAT MOVES PEOPLE TOWARD BETTER DECISIONS.
What It Is: The ability to DRAW PEOPLE, OPPORTUNITIES, and TALENT TOWARD YOU just by how you show up as a leader. It’s a mix of PRESENCE, CONFIDENCE, and VISION.
• Low Score? If you struggle with presence, work on HOW YOU SHOW UP. Improve your energy, body language, and storytelling. Be consistent, be real, and be someone people want to follow.
• High Score? If you have that “it factor,” lean into it. Use it to attract top talent, build a strong personal brand, and MAKE THINGS HAPPEN in your organization and industry.