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PAGE  Final 12/10/04 Page  PAGE 7 Reference #1 MSU LEAD (Leadership Excellence and Development) Competency Model Leadership Behavior Categories (pages 2-4) Thinking strategically/visionary Leading change Communicating Building interpersonal relationships Fostering organizational relationships Demonstrating integrity, courage and organizational stewardship Expanding organizational capabilities Managing Leveraging Diversity Skill and Personal Characteristics Categories (pages 5-7) Basic skills Improvement skills Problem-solving skills Interpersonal skills Strategic skills Management skills Personal characteristics Leadership Behaviors Thinking strategically/visionary Creates and translates future vision and strategies into actionable plans and goals Anticipates potential obstacles and opportunities and develops plans accordingly Actively scans environment; sees the “big picture” and takes action when needed Develops long-term approaches on problems and opportunities Gains commitment to strategies by exchanging ideas and incorporating feedback Displays ownership of and interest in the mission of the university Analyzes other organizations to identify and use their best practices Leading change Champions change initiatives that are aligned with strategic direction and institutional priorities Acknowledges and challenges the status quo and paves the way for needed change Advocates for change through formal and informal channels Manages implementation of change by understanding and addressing the impact of change on cultures, systems and people Provides resources, removes barriers, and acts as an advocate for those initiating change Identifies and understands areas of potential support for change as well as resistance to change Considers and honors past contributions of others when leading change Communicating Anticipates, notices, interprets, and responds appropriately and in a timely manner to the feelings and needs of others Expresses thoughts persuasively us