Leadership Vision Worksheet

Educational PurposeThe Leadership Vision Worksheet helps individuals define the kind of leader they want to become and the influence they hope to create. A leadership vision is not only a description of future success — it should also explain how the leader intends to behave while pursuing that success.

It guides users through:

• Clarifying personal values.
• Identifying leadership purpose.
• Describing a desired future.
• Understanding who may be affected by their leadership.
• Connecting vision to practical behavior.
• Identifying barriers and support.
• Creating immediate action steps.
• Reviewing whether daily decisions align with the vision.

1. My Current Leadership Context

Where do I currently lead or influence others? Select all that apply:

• ☐Workplace
• ☐Business
• ☐Family
• ☐Community organization
• ☐Professional association
• ☐Volunteer group
• ☐Faith community
• ☐School or educational setting
• ☐Project team
• ☐Informal group
• ☐I am preparing for future leadership
• ☐Other: ______________________________

2. Understanding Leadership Vision

A leadership vision describes:

• The kind of leader you intend to become.
• The values you want your leadership to reflect.
• The environment you want to help create.
• The people you hope to develop.
• The outcomes you want to influence.
• The legacy you want to leave.

Complete these statements:

3. My Leadership Purpose

4. My Core Leadership Values

Choose the values that should guide your leadership.

• ☐Integrity
• ☐Honesty
• ☐Respect
• ☐Responsibility
• ☐Service
• ☐Accountability
• ☐Compassion
• ☐Courage
• ☐Fairness
• ☐Excellence
• ☐Humility
• ☐Growth
• ☐Trust
• ☐Stewardship
• ☐Innovation
• ☐Stability
• ☐Inclusion
• ☐Discipline
• ☐Faith
• ☐Family
• ☐Other: ______________________________

My five most important leadership values

5. Values Under Pressure

Leadership values become most visible when they are difficult to practice.

6. My Desired Leadership Impact

I want the people I lead to feel:

• ☐Respected
• ☐Informed
• ☐Supported
• ☐Challenged to grow
• ☐Safe enough to ask questions
• ☐Accountable
• ☐Appreciated
• ☐Confident
• ☐Included
• ☐Trusted
• ☐Prepared
• ☐Motivated
• ☐Other: ______________________________

I want the people I lead to become more:

• ☐Capable
• ☐Independent
• ☐Responsible
• ☐Confident
• ☐Collaborative
• ☐Skilled
• ☐Creative
• ☐Trustworthy
• ☐Courageous
• ☐Prepared to lead
• ☐Other: ______________________________

7. My Leadership Strengths

Strengths I currently bring to leadership:

• ☐Communication
• ☐Listening
• ☐Organization
• ☐Reliability
• ☐Confidence
• ☐Compassion
• ☐Decision-making
• ☐Problem-solving
• ☐Integrity
• ☐Courage
• ☐Emotional intelligence
• ☐Strategic thinking
• ☐Delegation
• ☐Developing others
• ☐Adaptability
• ☐Trust-building
• ☐Other: ______________________________

8. My Leadership Growth Needs

Behaviors or skills I need to strengthen:

• ☐Speaking with confidence
• ☐Listening more carefully
• ☐Managing emotional reactions
• ☐Setting boundaries
• ☐Making timely decisions
• ☐Addressing conflict
• ☐Delegating
• ☐Giving feedback
• ☐Receiving feedback
• ☐Managing time
• ☐Following through
• ☐Developing others
• ☐Leading through change
• ☐Strategic planning
• ☐Building trust
• ☐Other: ______________________________

9. My Future Leadership Picture

Imagine that your leadership has become more consistent, mature, and effective.

10. Leadership Vision by Area

Character

Communication

Decision-Making

Relationships

Accountability

Developing Others

Change and Challenges

Legacy

11. My Leadership Boundaries

A leadership vision should include what the leader will and will not accept.

Behaviors I will not use to gain cooperation:

• ☐Fear
• ☐Humiliation
• ☐Manipulation
• ☐Favoritism
• ☐Dishonesty
• ☐Threats made in anger
• ☐Withholding necessary information
• ☐Taking credit for others' work
• ☐Public embarrassment
• ☐Other: ______________________________

12. My Leadership Relationships

13. My Leadership Decision Filter

Before making an important decision, I will ask:

• ☐Is it honest?
• ☐Is it fair?
• ☐Does it support the purpose?
• ☐Does it reflect my values?
• ☐Who may be affected?
• ☐What risks should be considered?
• ☐Am I reacting emotionally?
• ☐Have I gathered enough information?
• ☐Have I listened to appropriate perspectives?
• ☐Can I explain the decision responsibly?
• ☐Would I be comfortable if the decision became public?
• ☐Does qualified professional guidance need to be obtained?

14. Barriers to My Leadership Vision

What may prevent me from becoming the leader I described? Select all that apply:

• ☐Fear of criticism
• ☐Lack of confidence
• ☐Need for approval
• ☐Poor time management
• ☐Avoiding difficult conversations
• ☐Emotional reactions
• ☐Lack of knowledge
• ☐Inconsistent habits
• ☐Resistance to feedback
• ☐Lack of support
• ☐Unclear authority
• ☐Too many responsibilities
• ☐Other: ______________________________

15. Support for My Leadership Vision

16. My Leadership Vision Statement

Use your answers to create a clear leadership vision statement.

A leadership vision statement may describe:

• Who you intend to be.
• How you intend to lead.
• Who you intend to serve.
• What environment you hope to create.
• What impact you hope to make.

Complete the framework:

My Complete Leadership Vision Statement

17. Vision-to-Behavior Review

A vision becomes meaningful when it is visible through behavior.

18. My 30-Day Vision Action Plan

• ☐Daily
• ☐Several times each week
• ☐Weekly
• ☐During specific situations
• ☐Other: ______________________________

19. My Three Immediate Leadership Actions

20. Weekly Vision Alignment Review

Create one copy for each week.

• ☐1 — Rarely aligned
• ☐2 — Occasionally aligned
• ☐3 — Sometimes aligned
• ☐4 — Usually aligned
• ☐5 — Consistently aligned

21. Monthly Leadership Vision Review

22. Leadership Vision Accountability Questions

At each review, ask:

• ☐Are my actions matching my stated values?
• ☐Are people experiencing the leadership I intended?
• ☐Am I communicating clearly?
• ☐Am I listening carefully?
• ☐Am I building trust?
• ☐Am I avoiding a necessary conversation?
• ☐Am I developing others or creating dependence?
• ☐Am I protecting standards fairly?
• ☐Am I accepting responsibility?
• ☐What needs to change next?

23. Leadership Vision Commitment