The 7C Leadership Compass

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TYPE

STATEMENT

MY SCORE (1–5)

My actions are aligned with my values, consistently applied to everyone I give fair and consistent feedback, without bias or favouritism I maintain regular and equitable communication with everyone The team can predict my reactions, creating psychological safety Everyone receives constructive feedback that helps them grow Each person feels they are treated fairly, with equal access to information I honour my commitments to everyone, not only to senior leaders I admit when I do not know or when I have made a mistake I am transparent about my decisions with all stakeholders People seek me out for guidance when facing challenges The team trusts that I will acknowledge my mistakes Everyone has access to information and to the reasoning behind decisions I take risks for the common good and help others do the same I speak up against unfair practices, regardless of the cost I make difficult decisions promptly, while remaining open to feedback Everyone feels supported when taking courageous positions People feel safe challenging the status quo The team sees me modelling courage in all situations I seek diverse perspectives and unconventional ideas I dedicate time and resources to experimentation, accessible to all I create creative moments suited to different working styles Creative ideas from everyone are valued and implemented Innovation emerges from diverse sources, not only from senior leaders Everyone feels safe sharing “wild” ideas

What I do (Behaviours)

CONSISTENCY

PART 1: Assessing the gap between what I do and what other experience (15 minutes)

Applying values and standards reliably and fairly

What others experience (Outcomes)

What I do (Behaviours)

CREDIBILITY

Earning trust through follow-through, transparency and competence

What others experience (Outcomes)

What I do (Behaviours)

COURAGE

Taking calculated risks and challenging the status quo

What others experience (Outcomes)

What I do (Behaviours)

CREATIVITY

Generating new ideas through psychological safety

What others experience (Outcomes)

40 THE 7C LEADERSHIP COMPASS FOR MORAL AMBITION 2025 JONATHAN NORMAND. CREATIVE COMMONS LICENSE

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