Inclusive Leadership “I Believe” Statements

Inclusive leadership is not a destination. It’s a journey that requires humility, curiosity, and courage.

– Thais Compoint



Effective leadership begins with self awareness. By evaluating your strengths and areas for growth in relation to the five Inclusive Leadership Statements, you can gain deeper insight into your leadership approach and its impact. This reflection not only clarifies where you excel but also highlights opportunities for growth. From there, you can develop actionable strategies to strengthen each inclusive leadership belief, ensuring that your leadership fosters a more equitable, supportive, and empowering environment.

The Five Leadership Statements

Consider each of the 5 leadership “I believe” statements

Evaluate yourself by first ranking each of the statements in order of personal strength.

1 (belief you most strongly relate to and embody) through 5 (belief you most need to develop)


Consider your rankings

Do they surprise you at all? How and why?

Why do you think you embody some of these inclusive leadership beliefs and not others?

What makes #1 and 2 especially “easy” or “natural” for you?

What makes #4 and 5 especially “difficult” for you?


Explore strategies to develop or strengthen each belief.

For your top two ranked items, consider how to apply your belief more consistently and effectively or enhance it further.

For your third through fifth ranked items, consider how you can practice the belief and embrace it with confidence.


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