The mastery of diverse leadership and management is critical to succeeding in your talent optimization efforts. Our research shows that great managers are self-aware. Which of the following skills are you proficient in—and which need some development?

• Diagnosing

• Creativity

• Positivity

• Mentoring

• Decision making

• Delegation

• Self-awareness

• Negotiation

• Communication

• Reliability

• Emotional intelligence

• Team building

• Inspiring followership

• Innovation

• Goal setting

• Assertiveness

• Performance management

• Hiring

• Organization

• Finance

Management skills are developed and honed over time. Managers who invest time and resources into cultivating strong leadership and management skills will see more success in their teams and their careers.