The Leadership Competencies for Managers (LCM) is a validated 360 feedback multi-rater assessment that acknowledges that managers are often called upon to act as leaders. A manager needs management skills to achieve the operating goals of the organization, while leadership skills are used to move the organization forward for positive change. LCM combines the skills essential to both the management and leadership roles into one instrument.  

The Phases and Dimensions in the Survey of Leadership Competencies for Managers measure a balanced set of effective leadership and management, which fall into three broad competencies: Structure (directing the work), Relations (managing the people) and Drive (personal energy behind the effort).

LCM Task Cycle

Phase 1

Presenting fresh ideas

Utilizing clear communication

Demonstrating the courage to take risks

Phase 2

Solid decision-making

Collaborative planning

Effective conflict management

Phase 3

Developing strong teams

Guiding individuals toward success

Phase 4

Providing employees with feedback on their performance

Phase 5

Setting performance standards

Demonstrating enthusiasm

Delegating responsibility

Appropriately utilizing authority

Phase 6

Acknowledging the contributions of others