Executive Fear Intelligence Assessment

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This assessment takes 5 minutes and reveals how fear is impacting your leadership and organization. Answer honestly based on what actually happens, not what you wish happened.

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Section 1 of 4

Leadership Impact on Others

"Answer based on how your TEAM would describe you, not how you see yourself."

Question 1 of 20

My team members would say I address problems directly rather than letting them linger:

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Question 2 of 20

When facing strategic decisions with incomplete information, my leadership team would say I:

Delay repeatedly until we have more data
Require multiple rounds of analysis before deciding
Balance data gathering with timely action
Decide quickly and adjust as we learn
Move decisively with the information available

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Question 3 of 20

When I make a mistake or wrong call, my team experiences me as:

Defensive or shifting blame
Acknowledging it privately but not openly
Explaining the rationale to justify the decision
Acknowledging it openly and exploring what we learned
Owning it fully and modeling recovery

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Question 4 of 20

How many strategic decisions are currently stalled in your organization waiting for more analysis, more consensus, or the "right time"?

More than 10 decisions pending
6-10 decisions pending
3-5 decisions pending
1-2 decisions pending
None - we move decisively

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Question 5 of 20

In the past 6 months, how many necessary but unpopular decisions have you postponed or avoided because of anticipated resistance?

I'm currently avoiding several critical decisions
5+ decisions postponed
3-4 decisions postponed
1-2 decisions postponed
None - I made the calls that needed making

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Section 2 of 4

Psychological Safety & Feedback

"Answer based on what actually happens in your organization, not what you hope happens."

Question 6 of 20

In the past month, how many times has someone on your team brought you bad news, a contrary opinion, or a challenge to your thinking?

Can't remember the last time
Once or twice this month
A few times this month
Once or twice per week
Multiple times per week

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Question 7 of 20

When someone on your team makes a significant mistake, what typically happens next?

Public criticism or reprimand
Private criticism with focus on what went wrong
Discussion of what went wrong and how to prevent it
Public learning conversation about insights gained
Celebration of the learning while addressing the issue

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Question 8 of 20

In the past 12 months, how many people you wanted to keep have left your organization?

We have ongoing retention challenges
5+ key people left
3-4 key people left
1-2 key people left
None - retention is strong

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Question 9 of 20

When two people on your team have a disagreement or conflict, what usually happens?

They avoid each other and the issue festers
They complain to others but don't address it directly
They eventually bring it to me to resolve
They work it out directly with each other
They engage productively and strengthen the relationship

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Question 10 of 20

How often do you receive feedback that challenges your thinking, questions your decisions, or suggests you're wrong about something?

Almost never
Once or twice per month
A few times per month
Once or twice per week
Multiple times per week

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Section 3 of 4

Execution & Performance

"Think about how your organization actually executes, not how you'd like it to execute."

Question 11 of 20

When a market opportunity appears, how long does it typically take your organization to make a decision and act?

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Question 12 of 20

How many projects or initiatives in your organization are currently delayed because people are afraid of making a mistake or being wrong?

More than 10 projects affected
6-10 projects slowed by overcaution
3-5 projects slowed by overcaution
1-2 projects slowed by overcaution
None - we execute confidently

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Question 13 of 20

In the past 6 months, how many talented people have expressed frustration about unclear direction, slow decisions, or lack of empowerment?

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Question 14 of 20

How do people in your organization typically respond to performance review season?

Actively avoiding or fearful
Stressed and dreading it
Anxious but see value in it
Neutral - it's just a process
Engaged and looking forward to the conversation

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Question 15 of 20

In the past 12 months, how many innovative ideas or initiatives were proposed but didn't move forward because they were "too risky" or "not proven enough"?

More than 10 - we kill most new ideas
6-10 initiatives shelved
3-5 initiatives shelved
1-2 initiatives shelved
None - we pursue viable innovations

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Section 4 of 4

Strategic Conviction & Adaptability

"Final section. Answer based on how strategic decisions actually get made in your organization."

Question 16 of 20

In the past quarter, how many times have you made a decision prioritizing short-term results over long-term strategic positioning?

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Question 17 of 20

When competitors make a move, how does your organization typically respond?

We react urgently and often second-guess ourselves
We shift direction significantly
We adjust tactics while maintaining strategy
We analyze but stay our course
We stay focused on our strategy

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Question 18 of 20

How often do external pressures (board, investors, market analysts, competitors) cause you to second-guess strategic decisions you believe are right?

Almost always - external pressure drives our choices
Often
Sometimes
Rarely
Almost never - we stay convicted

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Question 19 of 20

When facing market uncertainty, your strategic planning process typically:

Becomes paralyzed - we avoid long-term planning
Stalls repeatedly waiting for certainty
Significantly delays until clarity emerges
Slows slightly but maintains momentum
Continues confidently with scenario planning

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Question 20 of 20

In the past 12 months, how many significant opportunities did you pass on that, in retrospect, you wish you had pursued?

More than 5 - we consistently hesitate too long
4-5 opportunities missed
2-3 opportunities missed
1 opportunity missed
None - we move on the right opportunities

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Final Question

How did you find this assessment?

I attended a live workshop or speaking event
My CEO or a colleague shared it with me
I found it through social media, search, or online
Someone I know personally referred me

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