Joseph Conklin proposes 10 questions for self-examination to help you understand your capacity for leadership. Answer the following questions, and discuss why they are important for leadership.

1. How much do I like my job? 2. How often do I have to repeat myself? 3. How do I respond to failure? 4. How well do I put up with second-guessing? 5. How early do I ask questions when making a decision? 6. How often do I say thank you ? 7. Do I tend to favor a loose or strict interpretation of the rules? 8. Can I tell an obstacle from an excuse? 9. Is respect enough? 10. Have I dispensed with feeling indispensable?