Most people would say that I am a likable person. I relate well to all kinds of people. I make other people feel at ease. I am genuinely interested in other people. And I naturally build relationships by inquiring about people’s interests, priorities, and perspectives.After spending time with me, people feel like they matter. My positive, affirming nature makes others feel important and valued. People are quick to offer the same respect and consideration back to me.I seek out people with different points of view and different backgrounds. Even though I acknowledge that it takes a little more time and more deliberate communication, I see the value that a diversity of perspectives and experiences contributes. I am open and collaborative. I seek to understand, accommodate, and leverage differences.I have a compelling vision, and I am able to paint a picture of the future that ignites enthusiasm. I am able to translate your vision in a way that others begin to share the vision. I help individuals see how they fit into the bigger picture, and this leads to better engagement and stronger performance. I infuse others with a sense of optimism and possibility. I build effective teams and rally team members around a common purpose and get everyone working toward a common set of goals.People matter to me. I take a personal interest in their well-being. I care about others,and I am willing to help them when they are in trouble. I may be focused on getting results, but I make time for people. I take time to check in and see how they are doing.I am not afraid to show kindness and compassion. I recognize that I can be both a strong, respected leader and a caring, compassionate person. It is not a paradox for me. I balance caring and confidence as complementary leadership qualities.I am able to envision a future that no one else sees and invent things that haven’t beenimagined. I focus a lot of my time on gathering information and asking good questions.