Awareness: Why 85% of Leaders Fail the Awareness Test - -C.H.A.R.T. - Ep 319

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Awareness forms the foundation for effective leadership, with self-awareness being the most difficult yet crucial leadership skill to master. 

• Emotional intelligence assessments reveal most leaders score in the 60s (D range) for self-awareness when they should be in the high 80s to 90s
• Only 10-15% of leaders truly possess good self-awareness according to psychology research
• Unaware leaders often display "imposter traits": being boisterous, heavy-handed, mouthy, and conceited
• Teams can immediately sense when a leader lacks awareness, with productivity suffering as a result
• Being aware means understanding your internal state, emotional triggers, and how you impact those around you
• Physical reactions like blotches or hives are signals your body gives during difficult situations
• Three practical steps to improve awareness: consistent journaling, physically stepping back in challenging moments, and asking team members for honest feedback
• Self-awareness enables leaders to know which leadership style (coach, commander, counselor) is needed in different situations
• Awareness creates the foundation for being adaptable, approachable, and appreciative as a leader

To become a better leader, you must learn to first lead yourself through developing genuine self-awareness.