I like people and find that even on days I don’t feel well that I am able to demonstrate my like and interest in others.

I do not take it personal when I tell or ask others to do what they are paid to accomplish, and they fail to do so.    

I can handle being accused of treating others better or worse than someone else, whether such is true or not.    

I am able to juggle my priorities in order to ensure when those I supervise are not responsible for their assignments, that I can handle accomplishing their workload as well.    

I am comfortable reprimanding or writing up a person I have known and worked with a long time for a work-related infraction.    

I am able to maintain my composure and demeanor, even during times when I am being spoken to in a disrespectful manner.    

I can take the responsibility for work unit failings or errors with both customers and others within the organization without pointing fingers at others.    

I demonstrate the behaviors and practices valued and expected at my organization in my attendance, performance, and conduct.    

I am able to stand behind decisions made within my organization, including those I don’t personally agree with as long as they do not violate my morals and beliefs.    

I am willing to cancel my time off or make other changes to my schedule in order to accommodate an unexpected work requirement, absent employee, or if requested.    

I am able to treat people equitably and graciously, even if they are disruptive or we have a personality conflict.    

I am comfortable diplomatically speaking up for my team when I feel they are not being treated properly or understood.    

I am patient and understanding when others make mistakes, including repeated mistakes that have been addressed in the past.    

I am comfortable informing staff members of their shortcomings and areas where improvements need to be made.    

I am able to listen to personal problems, maintain discretion, and have time for others when they need me; regardless of how much work is on my desk.    

I can handle not feeling appreciated and taken for granted when I do kind things for my staff and they grow to expect it.    

I can accept that no matter how well I perform my personal duties, that if my team is not successful; such will be reflected in my performance rating.    

I am able to understand that when complaints or grievances are filed, that I might be charged with being accountable to actions taken, or not, by others.    

I function reasonably well under stressful circumstances and have methods in place to manage stress.    

I am resilient and able to rebound from bad experiences and failings of both myself and my team.    

I am able to focus on the strengths of my team and help them grow to their greatest potential.    

I am coachable and realize that even though I might be in charge, it is imperative that I influence and not dictate duties within my work unit.    

I have the ability to understand when there is a skills gap versus and blatant disregard for direction and able to address both accordingly.    

I understand the rules and regulations associated with the work I supervise and willingly stay current on policies and procedures to ensure compliance.    

I am willing to perform any duty associated with my work unit, including those above and below my pay grade / level.    

I understand that my salary may never compensate me for the headaches associated with supervising others and that will not affect my performance.    

I am able/willing to differentiate between superior, good, and below average performance and properly acknowledge such with the appropriate measures.    

I have the necessary tools and skills to separate the behavior from the being.    

I have “thick skin” and can move past disagreements in a professional manner.    

I desire to see those I supervise excel, even if that means they someday become my supervisor.