Happy Leadership Style

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Your team hits a wall. You...

  • A.
    Point out the wins hiding in plain sight. “We’re not starting from zero, folks.”
  • B.
    Rally the crew and remind them why this matters—mission mode: activated.
  • C.
    Pause and feel the vibes—there’s usually more going on under the surface.
  • D.
    Get curious. “What if the wall isn’t the problem?”
• 2.
  You're most alive at work when...

  • A.
    You’re in motion—solving, shipping, showing up.
  • B.
    You get to say the real thing. No sugarcoating, just truth with heart.
  • C.
    You’re the team therapist (in the best way). People open up to you.
  • D.
    You’re unraveling a brain-knot no one else wants to touch.
• 3.
  When things get messy, you...

  • A.
    Channel your inner compass and move. You’ll figure it out mid-flight.
  • B.
    Zoom out. “What’s the big picture here—and why does it matter?”
  • C.
    Scan for the silver lining. Hope isn’t optional—it’s strategy.
  • D.
    Ask: “What’s really going on here?”—because the feels always matter.
• 4.
  Someone on your team screws up. You...

  • A.
    Turn it into a teachable moment—progress over perfection.
  • B.
    Own your own flops too. Realness builds trust.
  • C.
    Ask what they need, not what went wrong. You’re not here to scold.
  • D.
    Shine a light on the effort. Mistakes ≠ failure.
• 5.
  Your team secretly loves that you...

  • A.
    Keep them connected to the cause—they know their work means something.
  • B.
    Notice when someone’s off, and actually care enough to ask.
  • C.
    Bring big, bold energy. Even in chaos, you’re charging ahead.
  • D.
    Question everything (in a good way). You’re allergic to autopilot.
• 6.
  Your brain on a Monday morning is usually...

  • A.
    “Let’s GO. What’s the first win of the day?”
  • B.
    “What’s the most unexpected move I could try today?”
  • C.
    “Grateful for strong coffee, good people, and this wild ride.”
  • D.
    “What needs attention—on my calendar and in my heart?”
• 7.
  Someone asks how you lead. You say...

  • A.
    “With purpose. I’m not here to play small.”
  • B.
    “With heart. People first, always.”
  • C.
    “With guts. I trust myself, even when the map isn’t clear.”
  • D.
    “With truth. No masks, no fluff.”
• 8.
  Your unofficial job on the team is...

  • A.
    The North Star. You keep people connected to the bigger vision.
  • B.
    The Real Talker. You call it like it is, kindly.
  • C.
    The Hype Person. You notice what’s working and say it out loud.
  • D.
    The Optimist. You hold the light, even in a dumpster fire.
• 9.
  You know culture is thriving when...

  • A.
    People feel safe to be themselves—even messy, human selves.
  • B.
    There’s energy in the room. People are lit up and moving.
  • C.
    Big ideas are flying and questions are welcome.
  • D.
    The vibe is real, positive and deeply rooted in trust.
• 10.
  What makes you a leader people want to follow?

  • A.
    You bring hope when others spiral. Possibility is your love language.
  • B.
    You feel what others miss and make space for it.
  • C.
    You connect dots others overlook. Innovation is your jam.
  • D.
    You lead from purpose, not ego.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  * Confidence *

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  You lead from the front. Bold. Decisive. Unstoppable.Where others hesitate, you move. You bring energy, momentum and that rare spark that turns ideas into action.Confidence Is Your Core PillarYou trust yourself—even in uncertainty.You believe in your ability to figure things out, and that self-trust fuels others to step up alongside you.You don’t just get things done—you create momentum others want to follow.What Makes You MagneticYou bring clarity in chaosYou take action while others are still overthinkingYou model boldness, which gives your team permission to growYou don’t wait for the “right” moment. You create it.Watch-Out ZoneConfidence without pause can become overdrive.You may unintentionally miss signals from your team—or wear yourself out doing it all alone.Remember: Slowing down isn't losing momentum. It's building sustainability.Power-Up PracticeName It. Claim It. Share It.Before your next meeting, name one recent win—big or small. Share it with your team as a moment of earned confidence.It builds culture. It boosts energy. And it reminds everyone that progress is worth pausing for.Expand Your ImpactConfidence is your anchor. Want to lead with even more power and impact? Try leaning into some of the other pillars:Compassion. Your pace is inspiring. Compassion helps you make sure no one gets left behind.Curiosity. Pair your decisiveness with questions that spark better solutions.Gratitude. It fuels connection and keeps your team energized alongside you.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.
• 2.
  * Authenticity *

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  You lead with truth, transparency and trust.You’re not here to perform—you’re here to connect. You bring your full self to the table, and it gives everyone else permission to do the same.Authenticity Is Your Core PillarYou align your actions with your values—even when it’s hard.You don’t chase approval. You build trust. And your team knows: what they see is what they get.This kind of leadership creates psychological safety—and that changes everything.What Makes You MagneticYou speak the truth, not just what’s easyYou model vulnerability without making it performativeYou create spaces where people feel seen, safe, and realPeople follow you because you’re not trying to be a leader—you just are one.Watch-Out ZoneWhen you lead with heart, it can sting when people don’t meet you there.You might hesitate to share your voice if it feels “too much” or worry that showing emotion makes you less effective.Remember: Your realness is your credibility. It’s the very thing your people trust most.Power-Up PracticeSpeak from center.In your next conversation or meeting, name what’s true for you—even if it’s a little uncomfortable.Start with: “Here’s what I really think...” or “Here’s what I need right now...”Watch how fast people lean in.Expand Your ImpactAuthenticity is your anchor. Want to expand your impact even more? Try leaning into:Confidence. Speak your truth with even more conviction—it amplifies your clarity.Compassion. Use your honesty to uplift, not just disrupt.Gratitude. It helps soften your truth with warmth and connection.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.
• 3.
  * Purpose *

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  You lead with meaning. Direction. Intention.You’re not just getting through the day—you’re building something that matters.Purpose Is Your Core PillarYou see the bigger picture, and help others rise to it.You ground your team in values and vision, not just metrics. When people follow you, they know why they’re doing the work.That clarity? It’s magnetic.What Makes You MagneticYou connect day-to-day work to long-term meaning.You inspire teams with a clear sense of “why.”You lead with conviction, not ego.You hold the torch and people follow the light.Watch-Out ZoneBig-picture thinkers can sometimes feel frustrated when others don’t immediately “get it.”You might get stuck in future mode, missing what’s needed right now.Remember: Your vision is powerful—but it lands best when paired with presence.Power-Up PracticeStart with Why... Then Ask Who.At your next team touchpoint, take 60 seconds to restate the bigger purpose behind what you’re doing.Then ask: Who might we impact if we get this right?Purpose gets personal when we name the people behind the metrics.Expand Your ImpactPurpose is your anchor. Want to build even more momentum? Try leaning into:Optimism. It brings levity to your mission and makes it more accessible.Gratitude. It keeps you grounded in the impact you’re already making.Compassion. It helps bring others along, even if they’re not wired like you.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.
• 4.
  * Compassion *

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  You feel deeply. You listen fully. And you lead in a way that makes people breathe easier just by being around you.This isn’t soft. It’s strength. And your team knows it.Compassion Is Your Core PillarYou lead from the heart—not because it’s easy, but because it’s how real change happens.Compassion isn’t about fixing everyone’s pain. It’s about presence. It’s about showing up with grace, holding space for hard things, and reminding people they’re not alone.That energy? It’s healing. And in your hands, it’s leadership.What Makes You MagneticYou pick up on what others miss—the shift in tone, the silence that means something.People come to you not just because you’ll understand, but because you won’t judge.You make spaces safer. You make conversations kinder.And in a world that moves fast and performs harder? That’s rare leadership.Watch-Out ZoneYou care—a lot.Which means you can carry more than is yours to hold.You might find yourself overgiving, absorbing emotions, or staying quiet to keep the peace.But here’s your reminder: Compassion doesn’t mean self-sacrifice. It means care with boundaries.It means you matter, too.Power-Up PracticeAsk, Don’t Absorb.Before you jump in to fix or soothe, try this:“What would support look like right now?”Not only does it protect your energy—it empowers theirs.(And that’s the kind of compassion that sustains.).Expand Your ImpactCompassion is your gift. Want to stay grounded while giving fully? Try leaning into:Confidence. Your boundaries are a form of leadership.Curiosity. Ask instead of absorbing. It lightens the emotional load.Gratitude. Helps you hold joy, not just pain.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.
• 5.
  * Optimism *

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  You’re the one who sees possibility—when others see dead ends.You shine a light on what could be, and that light shifts the room.Optimism Is Your Core PillarYou don’t sugarcoat. You don’t bypass. You believe—in progress, in people, in the potential of what’s next.Your optimism isn’t naive. It’s earned. It’s a skill you’ve built, even when things were hard.And that hope? It’s contagious.What Makes You MagneticYou’re the one who says, “We’ll figure it out” and actually means it.You help people see the upside, even in the mess.You remind teams why this work matters—and that the story’s not over yet.When you’re around, people feel lighter. Clearer. Capable again.Watch-Out ZoneYour gift is hope. But sometimes it can slip into avoidance.You might skip over hard truths or try to cheer people up before they’re ready.Here’s your reminder: Optimism doesn’t mean ignoring what’s real. It means choosing to believe we can meet it—with courage, creativity, and care.Power-Up PracticeThe Bright Spot Scan.At the end of your day, name three things that went better than expected—no matter how small.Then ask yourself, “How did I help that happen?”This builds evidence for your impact, reinforces your optimism, and helps you lead from clarity, not just good vibes.Expand Your ImpactOptimism is your gift. Want to make your light even more powerful? Try leaning into:Authenticity. Name what’s hard and what’s possible. That’s real optimism.Feeling. Honor the emotional landscape before offering the reframe.Purpose. Anchor your positivity to something bigger than the moment.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.
• 6.
  * Feeling *

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  You lead from the inside out.Where others look for data, you listen for truth.You sense what’s beneath the surface—and your instincts are usually right.Feeling Is Your Core PillarYou don’t just analyze—you feel your way forward.You pick up on emotional currents, energetic shifts, and those subtle moments that most leaders miss.This kind of attunement makes you a powerful presence. People trust you because you trust yourself—not just the facts, but your felt sense of what’s right.What Makes You MagneticYou read between the lines—and ask questions no one else thinks to ask.You help others reconnect with their own inner clarity.You lead with depth, not drama.You bring wisdom to the room without needing the spotlight.And that calm, grounded energy? It creates space for others to show up more fully.Watch-Out ZoneYour inner world is rich—which means it can also get loud.You might second-guess yourself, overfeel for others, or pull back when things feel “off.”Remember: Not every feeling needs to be solved. You can trust the signal without spiraling.Your intuition is a guide—not a weight.Power-Up PracticePause + Ask.Next time you’re unsure what to say or do, pause and ask:“What feels true right now?”Not: What should I say?Not: What will sound smart?Just: What feels true?Then lead from that place. It’s usually the right one.Expand Your ImpactFeeling is your gift. Want to lead with even more ease and impact? Try leaning into:Confidence. Trust that your instincts are valid, even if they don’t come with proof.Authenticity. Speak your truth, even when it’s subtle.Compassion. Balance what you feel with care for what others need to hear.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.
• 7.
  * Gratitude *

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  You see what’s working—especially when others don’t.You name it. You honor it. You build from it.In a world that’s always chasing what’s next, you remember what’s here.Gratitude Is Your Core PillarYou lead by appreciating the progress, the people, and the small wins that add up to big things.This isn’t about being soft or overly positive. It’s about presence. Awareness. The kind of steady leadership that reminds people, we’re doing better than we think.Your grounded energy helps others feel safe, valued, and ready to grow.What Makes You MagneticYou make people feel seen for who they are, not just what they do.You create momentum through encouragement, not pressure.You hold steady when others are spinning out.You don’t lead from ego. You lead from enoughness.And that shifts everything.Watch-Out ZoneSometimes your groundedness can turn into staying small.You might downplay your own wins, avoid celebrating yourself, or wait for others to validate your impact.Here’s your reminder: Gratitude isn’t the opposite of ambition.You can be deeply thankful for what’s here and reach for what’s next.Power-Up PracticeSay It Out Loud.Think of someone who’s shown up for you recently—in a small but real way.Send them a quick message that says, “I see you. And I’m grateful.”You already feel appreciation. This practice turns it into action.And that creates connection, fast.Expand Your ImpactGratitude is your gift. Want to lead with even more resonance? Try leaning into:Confidence. Your voice matters. Let your presence carry more power.Purpose. Connect your appreciation to the mission—it deepens your leadership.Authenticity. Name what you’re thankful for and what you need.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.
• 8.
  * Curiosity *

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  You question everything—and thank goodness you do.You’re not here to maintain the status quo. You’re here to reimagine it.You don’t ask “What are we doing?” You ask, “Why are we doing it this way?”Curiosity Is Your Core PillarYour leadership starts with questions—real ones. Brave ones.You dig deeper, think differently, and see around corners most people don’t even know are there.And when you challenge the norm, you don’t do it for attention. You do it to make things better.That’s leadership.What Makes You MagneticYou bring fresh energy into tired rooms.You inspire creativity just by being yourself.You’re not afraid to ask, “But what if we tried something totally new?”You don’t need all the answers—you just need a better question.And you always know the one to ask.Watch-Out ZoneYour mind moves fast—your ideas, even faster.You might overwhelm slower processors, dismiss the “boring stuff,” or get frustrated when others don’t catch the vision right away.Here’s your reminder: Your curiosity is electric, but it needs grounding.When you slow down just enough, people can catch the current—and join the movement.Power-Up PracticeFlip the Script.Think of one frustrating process, system, or habit in your work.Now ask, “If I were starting from scratch today—what would I do differently?”This resets your thinking from “fix it” to “reimagine it.”And it opens doors nobody else even saw.Expand Your ImpactCuriosity is your gift. Want to lead with more follow-through and momentum? Try leaning into:Confidence. Your ideas are worth sharing—even before they’re perfect.Compassion. Change lands better when people feel safe in it.Purpose. Tie your questions to the mission, not just the moment.Want to lead with more joy, clarity, and momentum—without the burnout?Download your free copy of The Happy Leader Starter Kit and get the tools to lead from your energy, not just your calendar.Quick practices. Real results. No fluff.