Leaders in Action
What is one quality every great leader should have?
Examples: honesty, empathy, responsibility.
What's the first thing you should do when two teammates disagree?
Listen to both sides calmly.
What is one thing leaders should consider before making a decision?
The effect it has on the team and goal.
How can leaders encourage their team members?
Praise effort, recognize success, stay positive.
A new Ninja asks for help. What’s the first thing you do?
Listen to their problem and guide them step by step.
Name a famous leader and one thing they're known for.
Open-Ended (e.g., Elon Musk - innovations, Rosa Parks - courage)
Why is staying calm important during confliclt?
It helps you think clearly and solve problems faster.
Why is gathering information important before deciding?
Better information leads to better decisions.
What’s one way to motivate someone who feels stuck?
Offer support, break tasks into smaller steps, or share tips.
A teammate keeps distracting others — how can you handle it as a leader?
Politely redirect them and explain why focus matters.
Why is setting a good example important for leaders?
People follow what you do, not just what you say.
What's one way to reach a compromise?
Find a solution where both sides get part of what they want.
What’s one benefit of asking your team for input?
More ideas and team members feel included.
Why is celebrating small wins important?
It builds confidence and keeps the team motivated.
Your group is behind on a project. What’s one way to get back on track?
Reorganize tasks, set small goals, and delegate work.
How can leaders build trust with their team?
If someone gets frustrated while coding, how can you help as a leader?
Offer to debug together, give hints, or encourage breaks.
When should a leader make a decision alone instead of involving the group?
When time is short or it’s a small/simple choice.
How can a leader inspire others without saying a word?
By demonstrating strong actions and leading by example.
Two Ninjas argue over who should code. How can you resolve it?
Suggest taking turns or splitting tasks fairly.
If your team looks up to you, how can you handle mistakes?
Admit them, fix them, and learn from them.
Describe a time when you helped solve a disagreement between peers.
Open-Ended - personal reflection.
You have two great solutions but can only pick one. How do you choose?
Compare pros/cons, impact, and feasibility.
Who inspires you, and what leadership trait do they have?
Open-ended — personal reflection.
Your team’s project fails during testing. What should a leader do next?
Stay calm, encourage the team, and plan fixes together.