I am preparing for an upcoming promotional exam (LT). One of the assignments in the assessment center is a "Leaderless Group" excecise. (It usually involves preparing a public education demonstration.) Everybody that I speak with seems to have different advice on how to perform in this arena. Some say to lay back and take a "supportive" role, some say to "take the lead" and some say to play it in between.
My natural tendency when placed in a group setting is to be the leader. I feel some of my strengths are my natural leadership ability and organizational skills. It would be difficult for me to lay back and let somebody else run everything (especially if they are not organized).
I guess that I have a few questions:
- What is the purpose of the leaderless group excercise?
- What criteria is being used to evaluate the individuals?
- Does the group need a leader or can you just get through it as a team?
I have researched some web-sites, and have found some information (from civilian sources). How does this scenario play out within the structure of a Fire Department Assessment Center?
Thanks- SWARMIE
My natural tendency when placed in a group setting is to be the leader. I feel some of my strengths are my natural leadership ability and organizational skills. It would be difficult for me to lay back and let somebody else run everything (especially if they are not organized).
I guess that I have a few questions:
- What is the purpose of the leaderless group excercise?
- What criteria is being used to evaluate the individuals?
- Does the group need a leader or can you just get through it as a team?
I have researched some web-sites, and have found some information (from civilian sources). How does this scenario play out within the structure of a Fire Department Assessment Center?
Thanks- SWARMIE
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