Communicate
In rating your Team Leader in the area of Communication:

...consider how well the individual provides information…

  • Are communications at the appropriate frequency?

  • Is the format appropriate; i.e., face-to-face, voicemail, email, etc?

  • Are communications open, candid, and honest?

  • Are ideas articulated in a clear, concise manner?
...consider how well the individual gathers input…
  • Does he/she ask questions that uncover issues and obstacles?

  • Is he/she open to suggestions?

  • Does he/she take feedback well?

  • Does he/she balance talking and listening appropriately?
...consider how well the individual interacts with their audience…
  • Is he/she sensitive to the emotions of the audience?

  • Does he/she inject an appropriate amount of humor?

  • Does he/she make the audience feel comfortable and at ease in their presence?

  • Is eye contact appropriate?

  • Is he/she willing to elaborate when necessary, and provide additional information and clarification as appropriate?