Assess and improve your business leadership skills.

You may be eligible if:

• You are an owner-manager of small or medium-sized business (SMEs) in Ireland. While others can complete the assessment, the focus is on those who lead and manage a team of people within an SME.

1. Self-Assessment of business competencies: The assessment is a questionnaire that takes approximately ten minutes to complete. It uses 50 statements spread across four key areas that are crucial for running a successful business:
   •    Operations, digital and innovation
   •    Leadership and people
   •    Sales and marketing
   •    Strategy and finance
   By responding to these statements, you gain insights into your strengths and weaknesses across each area.
    
2. Personalized development report: After completing the assessment, you receive a bespoke report that acts as a personalized roadmap for your business development. It includes:
   •    A skills breakdown: A detailed overview of your current level of skills and competencies across the four pillars mentioned above.
   •    Priority areas: Identification of areas where you have the most room for improvement.
   •    Recommendations: Access to a range of resources and supports specifically designed to help you address your skills gaps. This could include training programmes, mentoring, or business advisory services.

Overall, the assessment helps you identify where you are performing well and where to focus your efforts to become a more effective business leader.

• Self-diagnosing strengths and weaknesses: Identify areas of business where you excel and areas that need more focus.
• Developing a personalized development plan: Get a roadmap for improvement based on your specific skill gaps.
• Accessing relevant resources: Find training programmes, mentors, or advisors to help you address your weaknesses and enhance your overall business skills.
• Becoming a more effective leader: Ultimately, the goal is to help you make better decisions and achieve greater success for your business.