Appendix C: Project Leadership Assessment - Team

Overview

This questionnaire contains statements about the team aspects of project leadership. Rate each item on a five-point scale indicating whether you agree or disagree with the statement. There are no right or wrong answers. Mark one answer only for each question.

The project team actively participates in project planning.
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Project team members are treated with dignity and respect.
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The project team members are recognized and rewarded for their contributions.
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Tasks are not broken down into work packages that are clearly communicated to the project team members.
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The project team is not kept informed of all of the details regarding the status of the project.
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Conflict within project teams is recognized as a problem and is dealt with in a timely manner.
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Team members are encouraged to find innovative ways to improve project performance.
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Kickoff meetings are used to initially inform project team members of their responsibilities and how their work relates to the "big picture".
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
Team spirit and high morale among the team members are maintained by group activities and open communications.
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Decision-making is performed quickly and in a participative manner.
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Project team members are encouraged to take initiative in solving problems.
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The project team members trust and look to the leader for guidance and support.
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There is a high degree of trust between senior management and project team members.
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The relationship between project team members is positive and cooperative.
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There is a strong sense of belonging between the project team members.
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The project team pulls together in times of adversity to find solutions to problems.
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The project team members are dedicated and deliver their tasks on schedule and with quality.
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The project vision and process are clearly communicated to the team.
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Each project team member takes responsibility to monitor risk and inform the leader when risk triggers or events are detected.
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The project team maintains high quality throughout the project lifecycle.
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The project team has a high level of orientation toward customer satisfaction.
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The team routinely meets project budgets and schedules.
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Conflict within the project team is a destructive force that must be eliminated.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
The team members understand the project's strategic importance and their stake in the project's success.
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The policies and practices that apply to the project are clearly understood and strictly followed by all team members.
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Team performance is evaluated based on the project goals.
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Mistakes and errors are resolved in a positive and solution-oriented way.
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The team members are carefully selected by the project leader for the project.
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Project team members have the courage to view criticism in a positive and open manner.
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The project team celebrates accomplishments.
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The project team minimizes uncertainty and concern by distributing information to all stakeholders.
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The project team sets clearly defined goals, makes detailed plans, and has established, attainable milestones.
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The team members work in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
The project team lacks a sense of shared enthusiasm for the project.
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The project team is a cohesive group that is fully committed to the project.
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The project team does not have good rapport with functional departments and vendors.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
Both technical and interpersonal training is provided for the team.
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The team leader is concerned about the development and well being of the team members.
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Using project methodology and tools is important for project success
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The team has open and frequent communication with the team leader.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
Senior management provides the team with resources and support.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
The project team does not have the authority to make decisions.
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Project team members do not take personal responsibility to ensure schedules are met.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
Project team members help one another and look out for each other's best interests.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
Project teams are not able to respond immediately to changes in requirements or the project environment.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
The project leader's style is adaptive to the different project phases and the needs of the team.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
The project team leader has a good relationship with senior management.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
The project team members are punished for failure to meet project objectives.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
Each team member is clear about his or her role and responsibilities in the project.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree
The team has confidence in the team leader and trusts his or her judgment.
□ strongly disagree	□ disagree	□ neither disagree or agree	□ agree	□ strongly agree