What Is Your Community Leadership Style?

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Quiz Questions

1.
COVID-19 hasn’t just taken a toll on our mental and physical health; it has also impacted financial welfare. Rent delinquency has increased to 30%, with more evictions on the horizon. How would you prefer to help?

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- A.
  
  I would connect those impacted with someone who can help guide them through financial matters or a 211 Helpline service referral specialist.
- B.
  
  I would educate myself and the person impacted on how to obtain a flexible payment plan.
- C.
  
  I would ask for items and monetary donations to help them cover costs.
2.
In many areas, healthy food is not readily available during the COVID-19 pandemic. How would you help to ensure local families are getting the food and support they need?

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- A.
  
  I’d search for local groups to help with food donations or seek out local community growers who want to give back.
- B.
  
  Sign me up! I’d volunteer with local food pantries and community shelters.
- C.
  
  I’d educate families/individuals about the food banks near them and connect them to ride assistance through United Way’s partnership with Lyft.
3.
Parents who can’t afford decent childcare often rely on relatives, friends, or unlicensed or non-licensed facilities. These options are often unreliable: if a provider is sick or unable to care for children on a given day, the parent may have to take time off work. How can you get involved?

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- A.
  
  I'd contact local childcare facilities to see if I can volunteer my time.
- B.
  
  I would start a community referral listing for licensed childcare centers or in-home daycare options in their community
- C.
  
  I'd connect with others who are in similar situations and see if I can help them with a nanny share.
4.
People who work hard but struggle to make ends meet face a benefits cliff, or a decrease in public benefits that can occur with an increase in earnings. How would you try to help those facing the cliff?

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- A.
  
  I would learn more about the government benefits available and write to members of Congress on behalf of those impacted.
- B.
  
  I’d volunteer with organizations that are working to lessen the cliff, like United Way.
- C.
  
  I’d refer those affected to counselors and money managers who can help create a smooth transition when wages are increased, like United Way’s case managers.
5.
Masks have proven to be very helpful in preventing the spread of COVID-19. How would you help in making sure they stay in use?

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- A.
  
  I would deliver disposable masks to businesses, schools, etc.
- B.
  
  I'd spread the word about any businesses selling masks.
- C.
  
  I'd share the importance of wearing a mask and proper mask-wearing procedures.
6.
Families need access to virtual classes and training, online workplace applications, telehealth, research, and social interaction. However, lack of access to internet and laptops causes a digital divide. How would you help bridge the gap?

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- A.
  
  I’d establish accessible workshops to help navigate the virtual world.
- B.
  
  I would share online resources that connect families in need with access to donated laptops and discount internet options.
- C.
  
  I’d offer my contact info so people can reach out for help with applications and other Web-based services.
7.
How would you work with the United Way to ensure your community is aware of mini campaigns that we launch?

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- A.
  
  I can volunteer with, donate to, and promote campaigns as they launch.
- B.
  
  I have ideas for fundraising! I’d love to help launch them.
- C.
  
  I know a few people who would be interested. I’ll post to social media, text my old boss, email my friends …
8.
In times of need, most organizations heavily rely on monetary (money) and in-kind (physical items) donations. How would you contribute to the need, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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- A.
  
  I'd join or start my own donation effort related to COVID.
- B.
  
  I’m going to donate to organizations that request items or monetary donations. I'll get my friends and family to help!
- C.
  
  I know someone who is interested in getting more involved with nonprofits. I just sent them a text.
9.
How would you raise awareness for equity in the workplace?

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- A.
  
  If our human resources team is working on new policies and procedures, I’d love to help put those in place.
- B.
  
  I’ll share the contact of someone who I know who does great workplace training around equity and diversity.
- C.
  
  I’ll create diversity groups and networks with activities in my workplace to help everyone feel included.
10.
Did you know that the United Way 211 Maryland Helpline is an essential resource during COVID-19? Call volume has quadrupled with people looking for help or simply someone to talk to. Our staff is experiencing second-hand trauma and we do not have enough operators or funds to help all who are in need. You would:

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- A.
  
  I’ll share this information with a call-out for volunteers to help alleviate the operators. I know a few people who speak other languages!
- B.
  
  I’ll volunteer my time and learn how to train other volunteers so that operators can focus on calls.
- C.
  
  I’ll donate to 211 or volunteer to call back those who called to make sure they received help.
11.
Did you know 30% of students did not have internet connection to keep up with learning when learning moved online? What would you have done to help?

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- A.
  
  I would reach out to the local school board to see what they’re doing and how I can help. There must be a way to lobby for community WIFI.
- B.
  
  I’d grab my friends, family, and neighbors and start a drive for unused devices to donate to a nearby school district.
- C.
  
  I recently read about a local company that’s providing low-cost internet. I can find it and share it.
12.
Some schools and businesses might have a difficult time maintaining a surplus of sanitation products (soap, hand sanitizer, wipes, etc.). What would you do to help?

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- A.
  
  I’d start a collection at my office, asking for more donations.
- B.
  
  I know some local companies that are seeking ways to help; I can connect them with area schools.
- C.
  
  I can donate some of my extra products to schools that need it most.
13.
When schools reopen, precautions will be made so to keep students and faculty safe. How would you contribute?

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- A.
  
  I’d offer my time to sanitize school supplies and classroom materials to maintain a safe environment.
- B.
  
  I’d connect schools with people who have access to additional sanitation materials.
- C.
  
  I’d help build awareness and educate students on what they need to do to keep things sanitary.
14.
So many Marylanders have lost their jobs and are living on unemployment or other government funding due to COVID-19. What can you do to help get these individuals back on their feet and re-employed?

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- A.
  
  I’d provide career assistance and resume writing based on my industry knowledge.
- B.
  
  I’d connect with an organization like United Way to learn about their work in workforce development and see how I can help.
- C.
  
  I’d post to LinkedIn asking anyone who is hiring or looking for work to comment. My network can make it happen!
15.
Essential workers are just that – essential. They’re often overworked and underpaid, sometimes unable to make ends meet. What would you do to ensure they know they are appreciated?

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- A.
  
  I’d educate others about how many people (39%!) are struggling to get by, even though they’re working hard.
- B.
  
  I’d surprise an essential worker with a small thank you gift or give them a shout out on the company’s social pages.
- C.
  
  I’d call local businesses and provide a list of discounted or free service/items to support them.
16.
Maryland’s governor has an initiative in place to ‘mask up’ during the COVID-19 pandemic. How would you use your workplace to communicate this critical message?

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- A.
  
  I would tag pics of coworkers in masks and post on social with #maskupmaryland, tagging my friends to do the same.
- B.
  
  I would deliver disposable masks from donation drives to businesses, schools, etc.
- C.
  
  I would start a drive to collect masks or pivot my side business to create them.
17.
Which of these best describes you?

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- A.
  
  I love to find solutions to problems. Just give me a task and I will give many different options and ideas!
- B.
  
  I thrive on being the critical link between people and ideas.
- C.
  
  I always find myself jumping in as needed, no matter what. I LIVE to volunteer!
18.
Which of these three types of people can you relate to most?

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- A.
  
  The Facilitator: Energetic and enthusiastic transformer
- B.
  
  Selfless and a true concern for others’ well being
- C.
  
  Cooperative and encouraging networker
19.
What role do you see yourself in, as a volunteer?

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- A.
  
  You’re bridging the gap between the program and volunteers. You’re also ready to roll up your sleeves.
- B.
  
  You try to bring the right programs and people together to make a greater impact.
- C.
  
  You like to come up with the master plan and then lean on your Connectors and Helpers to roll out the vision.
20.
Which of these events do you feel would be most beneficial to you?

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- A.
  
  Volunteering at a community food drive.
- B.
  
  An event with local business leaders where you can meet others.
- C.
  
  Developing a marathon/walk for a disease.
21.
Which of these people inspires you the most?

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- A.
  
  Mother Teresa – she helped so many people
- B.
  
  Martin Luther King, Jr. – he was a catalyst for change and getting his message to so many
- C.
  
  Oprah – she knows everyone and brings people together
22.
Which song can you relate to the most?

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- A.
  
  “Waiting On The World to Change” (John Mayer) or “A Change is Gonna Come” (Sam Cooke) or “One Tribe” (BEP) or “Girl on Fire” (Alicia Keys)
- B.
  
  “I’ll Be There” (Jackson 5)
- C.
  
  “One Love” (Marley), “I Know a Guy” (Chris Young)

Quiz Outcomes

1.

Connector: You bring people together!

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A Connector comes to professional settings with a collaborative attitude. You value good first impressions and are eager to advance professionally and work within your network to elevate others. The Community Impact Leadership Institute provides opportunities for the Connector to use your circle of influence to share about United Way and come together with others to work on a group project that will help advance the organization.
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Catalyst: You're ready to make change!

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As a Catalyst, you’re all about advocacy and action. You regularly reach out to leaders to try to make real change for those who are in need. You're great at starting projects and rallying people behind a cause. (Sometimes they need you to get things started!)As a part of the Community Impact Leadership Institute, your spark will be an asset to the other leaders, and you'll be with a group who can help you put your ideas into action.
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Helper: You're ready to volunteer!

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As a Helper, you prefer more direct, hands-on service opportunities. Your impact on the community involves making or providing essential goods for those who can’t obtain them. If there’s something people need, you help make sure they get it. With volunteerism as a pillar of United Way's work, the Community Impact Leadership Institute provides many opportunities to help your community, both at home and in-person while learning more about our work and the work of our community partners.

What Is Your Community Leadership Style?

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