FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
HRDQ Introduces New Leadership Self-Help Toolkit
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (August 15, 2009) -- HRDQ, a leading developer of soft-skills training resources, today announced the release of the Responsive Leader Questionnaire and Capability Inventory, a new self-help resource for leaders. Based on a situational approach to leadership, the toolkit provides a practical framework for increasing leadership performance.
Author Dr. John Nicholls developed the Responsive Leader Questionnaire and Capability Inventory to offer managers a formalized approach to leadership that is easy for them to internalize and apply on a consistent basis. “If leaders always deal with their people sensitively and lead them in a way that responds to their individual capabilities, they increase the chance that they will respond by giving their best.” He adds, “Recognizing this truth, effective leaders are able to adjust their leadership behaviors to match each individual’s needs rather than using the same pattern or leadership style with everyone.”
The Responsive Leader Model is easy to apply and internalize, enabling both new and existing managers to adapt their leadership approach to best match an individual employee’s capability. “The concept of Responsive Leadership is easy to learn, simple to apply, and most importantly, it will stay with a leaders for the rest of their lives,” says Martin Delahoussaye, HRDQ Vice President of Publishing.
The Responsive Leader Questionnaire and Capability Inventory consists of assessments for leaders and their employees. Both measure a specific employee’s level of competence and commitment. Comparing the leader’s responses to the employee’s responses identifies gaps in perception and provides the opportunity for discussion, exploration, and then improvement.
In addition to the assessments, the toolkit also includes a comprehensive Interpretive Guide that provides managers with insight into the Responsive Leader Model, including detailed information about the four leadership styles. It also discusses the role that coaching and energizing play in helping a leader maximize employee performance, and includes helpful tips and techniques to assist the leader in improving these two core skills.
The Responsive Leader Model is easy to apply and internalize, enabling both new and existing managers to adapt their leadership approach to best match an individual employee’s capability. “The concept of Responsive Leadership is easy to learn, simple to apply, and most importantly, it will stay with a leaders for the rest of their lives,” says Martin Delahoussaye, HRDQ Vice President of Publishing.
Product Name: Responsive Leader Questionnaire and Capability Inventory
Description: Leadership assessment and self-help toolkit
Author: Dr. John Nicholls, PhD
Availability: Immediately
Publisher: HRDQ
You can reach Frank McCue, via e-mail at fmccue@hrdq.com or via phone at 610.292.2625.
Complimentary training materials from this program are available to the media upon request.
About the Author
The Responsive Leader Questionnaire and Capability Inventory was developed by Dr. John Nicholls, a recognized author, consultant, and frequent lecturer at leading business schools. He holds an MBA and a PhD from Stanford Business School. Dr. Nicholls was an originator of the Davos Symposium and served for six years as the director of the World Economic Forum.
About HRDQ
HRDQ (www.hrdqstore.com) is a trusted developer of soft-skills learning solutions that help to improve the performance of individuals, teams, and organizations. We believe an experiential approach is the best catalyst for adult learning. Our unique Experiential Learning Model™ has been the core of what we do for more than 30 years. Combining the best of organizational learning theory and proven facilitation methods, with an appreciation for adult learning styles, our philosophy initiates and inspires lasting change. |
