Model The Way
This is the first component of the “Model the Way” practice where one should reflect on peak leadership moments and decide what matters the most to them
What is "Clarifying Values"
Discovering a common purpose and a central, reoccurring theme with your team are the basic first steps to do the following
What is creating a shared vision
Leaders do this by seeking innovative ways to change, grow, and improve
What is search for opportunities
Name something a leader does that makes people trust them more
Name something a leader does that makes people trust them more
Public shout-outs, private thank-yous, handwritten notes, or small rewards like coffee or a gift card
What are ways a leader can show genuine appreciation for a job well done
This is the second component of the “Model the Way” practice where one should match their choices and actions with their stated values
What is "Set the Example"
Name a way to keep your team motivated through the vision development phase
What is explain the “big picture and/or talk about the future often
Challenge the Process encourages leaders to treat change efforts like this kind of structured trial
What is an experiment
“What’s one action a leader can take to help a team work better together?”
Fostering Collaboration
Public or private praise, added responsibility or trust, time off or flexibility, bonuses or gifts, professional development opportunities, team celebrations, or a personal note from leadership
What are types of recognition that make employees feel most valued
In “Model the Way”, this word is used to describe demonstrating integrity over time, so followers trust your words and actions
What is "consistency”
Including and appealing to your team in the vision development phase helps to do the following
Create the vision together.
Mistakes are framed as this essential part of leadership growth
What are learning opportunities
“Name a way a leader helps someone grow in their role.”
Strengthening Others
Saying “I believe in you,” offering coaching, focusing on lessons learned, helping problem-solve next steps, checking in one-on-one, defending and supporting the team member, recognizing effort, or offering resources and help
What are things a leader says or does to help someone bounce back after a tough day or mistake
In “Model the Way” it is suggested to use this strategy to create momentum and simplify larger projects.
What is "creating small wins"
Sharing stories, using metaphors, analogies, descriptive and image-based words are examples of what.
What are different ways to describe a vision to someone.
When things don’t go as planned, exemplary leaders ask, “What can we learn?” instead of assigning this
What is blame
“What’s something a leader might do to involve others in important decisions?”
Encouraging Shared Decision‑Making
Meeting a deadline, receiving positive feedback from a customer, resident, or family member, completing a tough task, hitting a quality or safety goal, strong teamwork during a busy shift, finishing training, solving a problem, or going above and beyond.
What are small wins at work that are worth celebrating
In “Model the Way”, this is a strategy to hold yourself to a standard in a way that others can see to reinforce trust and encourage others to follow
What is "public accountability”
Leaders that are able to explain the “big picture”, talk about the future, connect their team with meaning and purpose, and find different ways to repeat the vision often are examples of what.
What makes an effective leader
Leaders challenge the process when they question this common phrase in organizations.
What is ‘we’ve always done it this way’
“Name a behavior that makes employees feel empowered at work.”
Creating a Climate of Empowerment
Kudos during huddles, a recognition board or wall, monthly awards, celebration lunches or snacks, spotlight emails or newsletters, ringing a bell for wins, peer‑nominated shout‑outs, or end‑of‑week “wins” rounds.
What are team rituals or traditions that celebrate success and keep morale high