Executive

Description

Being an executive, particularly at a large company, is quite different from being a manager of people or functions.

While management requires high competence in Time management and Delegation, for instance, a successful Executive is more defined by their ability to lead and convince others.

The Executive Pattern incorporates traits that are typically considered predictive of successful corporate executives.

High scorers

High scorers are natural leaders who excel at influencing others, making strategic decisions, and driving organizations forward. They are persuasive, confident, and adept at navigating complex corporate environments, often thriving in high-stakes leadership roles.

Low scorers

Low scorers are less inclined toward corporate leadership and may prefer roles that don’t require high levels of persuasion, authority, or big-picture strategy. They may be more comfortable as specialists, contributors, or managers who focus on execution rather than setting organizational direction.