"The Leadership Circle reveals the blind spots that hold us back and the strengths that move us forward."

William A. Adams

Strategic Coach and Businessman

The Science and Art of Leadership: Unleashing Potential Through 360° Feedback

posted in 360s and Psychometrics

Leadership isn’t about metaphors or rowing analogies. It’s about self-awareness, accountability, and action. The 360° Leadership Assessment is a tool that delivers real-world results by helping leaders identify their blind spots, align their actions with their values, and elevate their impact. Here’s how it works:

What is a 360° Leadership Assessment?

It’s straightforward: you get feedback from everyone who interacts with you—peers, subordinates, supervisors, and yourself. It’s like a mirror that reflects not just how you think you lead, but how others actually experience your leadership. The goal is to bridge the gap between perception and reality.

Why does it matter?

Studies show that leaders who seek feedback and act on it outperform those who don’t by significant margins. The Leadership Circle 360° Profile, for instance, uses data from over 1.5 million leaders worldwide to identify leadership behaviors and their direct impact on organizational success. Leaders scoring high in competencies like creativity outperform their peers by up to 25% in critical metrics like market competitiveness and revenue growth.

Feedback in Action: A Case Study

Take Jane, a healthcare leader who struggled to connect with her team despite her expertise. After completing a 360° review, she learned her team felt unheard and undervalued. Instead of brushing off the feedback, she acted. Jane prioritized listening, fostering collaboration, and aligning her leadership style with her core value of compassion. Six months later, her team was more engaged, patient care improved, and her department thrived.

The Power of Values-Based Leadership

The best leaders are clear about their values and use them as a compass. Research by Kouzes and Posner found that leaders who align their decisions with their values perform 40% better than those who don’t. Values provide clarity, consistency, and trust—essential ingredients for effective leadership.

Why You Should Try It

A 360° assessment uncovers blind spots, strengthens emotional intelligence, and drives accountability. It’s not just about fixing weaknesses—it’s about unlocking potential. When leaders act on feedback, they don’t just improve themselves; they elevate their teams, foster innovation, and drive meaningful change.

Are you ready to take the next step? Let’s work together to uncover insights, align your leadership with your values, and achieve measurable results.

Let’s get started.