Contribution

A quick definition

You contribute from within the team and leave room for others to steer.

In practice

You don't need control to have influence. You prefer to contribute from your role, support others and let whoever knows a topic best take the initiative. You influence others more by example than by authority, which builds trust and gives others room to grow.

How others see you

• Leads by example
• Gives others room
• Contributes from their role
• Builds trust

Under pressure or overused

• You may give up control just when the group needs direction.
• Your contribution may go unnoticed.

Try this week

Take the lead

In the next meeting without clear direction, propose a way forward and offer to own it.

Discover your strengths

Leadership