Leadership Assessments

Addressing End-to-End Leadership Needs


Measuring Potential, Building Excellence

At LWF, we don’t just evaluate executive capabilities—we shape leadership legacies. Our approach goes beyond assessments to actively develop leaders who drive lasting impact. From managers to executives, we analyze individual strengths, pinpoint developmental gaps, and unlock growth potential to enhance overall leadership effectiveness.

A Proven Methodology for Leadership Excellence

We assess both performance and development potential.

Our processes can be easily tailored and adapted to fit the client’s needs.

We believe in open-systems development and strive to create an environment that supports continuous growth.

We assess at three levels: Manager, Director, and Executive — for two purposes: Selection and Development — using multiple facets: Multi-Trait, Multi-Method and Multi-Assessor.

A Multi-Faceted Approach

Our unique assessment process incorporates insights from
four critical perspectives:

The Participant

Self-reflection and personal insights

LWF Scientists

Data-driven evaluations

LWF Coaches

Personalized development guidance

The Organization

Input from supervisors and HR professionals

This multi-faceted approach ensures a holistic evaluation of leadership potential, providing actionable insights that drive real-world success.

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How LWF Helps You Identify and Develop Leaders

Early Identification of High-Potential Leaders

Our leadership assessments provide deeper insights into how candidates—both internal and external—will perform in real-life leadership scenarios.

Predictive Analytics for Better Hiring Decisions

We leverage advanced talent assessments to evaluate leadership potential, ensuring a strong match between candidates and your organization’s strategic needs.

Data-Backed Insights that Drive Business Success

15% of companies have increased their use of assessments in recent years.

Over 3 in 4 HR professionals say that assessment scores are as important as—or more important than—traditional criteria like degrees and experience.

1 in 5 (21%) apply assessments across all positions in the company.

19% have seen improved diversity in hiring, with no negative impact on hiring outcomes.

78% report improved hire quality due to assessment use.

Flexible Assessment Offerings

Brief Assessments

Selection – To screen in the strongest candidates (and screen out weaker or high-risk candidates)

Development – To establish insight into participant’s natural propensities for leadership; best suited for earlier career leaders and newer leaders

Focused Assessments

Selection – To confirm positive recruitment evaluations; most director or VPs

Development – To provide insight and skill practice for effective leadership; best suited for mid-career or mid-level leaders

In-Depth Assessments

Selection – Evaluation of potential Executive, Director, or strategic hires, where a firm recommendation is desired; most senior role

Development – Deep exploration and refinement for leaders who are preparing to enter larger-scale leadership roles; best suited for senior level leader or those preparing for senior-level leadership

Tools and Methods Used

Our Suite of Tools and Outputs
Development
Selection
Pre-Calls
Organizational and participant pre-calls to align on needs, process, questions, and goals.
Interview
A structured discussion covering work experience, challenges, motivations, and leadership skills.
Inventories
Industry-standard inventories measuring problem-solving, personality traits, motivations, and styles.
Simulations
Realistic leadership exercises, including Inbox, Direct Report, Team, and Leadership Meetings, to assess key skills.
Verbal & Survey 360s
Multi-rater feedback tools providing valuable insights into leadership behaviors and impact.
One-on-one coaching to review assessment results, highlight key strengths and development areas, and create targeted development strategies. Key insights and recommendations are captured in a detailed report to support ongoing growth.
Hiring Recommendation
Data-driven evaluation to inform hiring decisions based on assessment results.
Development Planning Meeting
Participants present their results and development plan to their supervisor, HR partner, and LWF coach for alignment and support.
Pulse Survey 360
A brief, targeted survey to track leadership impact and measure development progress over time.

Your Questions, Answered

What steps do you take to reduce bias and ensure fairness in your assessment process?

What assessment tools and methodologies do you use to evaluate candidates’ leadership abilities, potential, and fit?

Can your assessments be customized to reflect the specific leadership needs of our organization?

How do you integrate candidate feedback and development recommendations into your assessment process?

What tools, assessments, or frameworks do you use to support leadership development?

What is the level of collaboration we can expect throughout the development process?

How do you engage with our senior leaders and HR team during the program design and delivery?

Empower your leadership pipeline

With LWF’s scientifically backed assessments and expert coaching, you can build a strong, future-ready leadership team that excels in performance, commitment, and character.

Start assessing your next generation of leaders today

CASE STUDY

Coming Soon

A case study focusing on one organizations use of our Selection Process.

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