We bring ourselves as far as we can through our skills, experience, mentors and sheer commitment. Yet, each time we grow to the next level, expectations for our contribution are raised. We call it leadership evolution.
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I am competent and able to work independently; I see opportunities to show leadership in my functional area, but am guarded in how much risk I take. 
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I am asked to expand my contribution through more involvement in strategy and in helping others improve their work.
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I see opportunities to influence across the enterprise and I give myself permission to do so.
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I see that my value is greater than the sum of my results.  Mentoring and coaching others through the storms is part of my capability and value.
The whole enterprise is my landscape.

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