Leader'sĀ Self Awareness Quiz
Where are you at,Ā really?
Hi, I'm Rachael Pickworth and I've been working with leaders for over 20 years.
If you're the kind of leader who's awake at 2am running through everything you didn't get to, this is for you.
This isn't a quick, skim-it quiz. It's a proper reality check that addresses the areas that matter, so give it time and think about your answers rather than rushing through.
These are questions every leader should be reflecting on, but usually can't or won't find the time to prioritise.
Answer honestly. There's no right answer, just your answer.
You will not be asked for your email to see your results. You'll only be asked if you want to download a copy of your results and question summary at the end.
If you're unable to click this button, please ensure you have answered all questions in part one and part two (the systems checklist is optional).
Your Quiz Results
You can download a copy of your full results at the bottom of this page.
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You've just put in real effort. Don't let it evaporate the second you close this tab. Take a moment with these before you move on.
Your answers, at a glance
Gaps in your leadership systems
These aren't nice-to-haves, they're the difference between surviving your role and actually leading it.
This isn't a score to judge yourself on, it's your practical next-step list.
Where to from here?
There comes a point for leaders where they need to pause and take stock.
They need to take the time to ensure the next chapter is intentional, aligned, fulfilling, and leaves a meaningful impact.
The dilemma: There is never enough time and it's hard alone.
Leadership is busy, demanding, and relentlessly reactive. It can feel like juggling in a swimming pool with your legs working overtime beneath the surface while more balls are thrown your way every day.
Months and years can pass in a blur of meetings, emails, delivery pressure and people leadership, leaving little space to become the leader you're truly capable of being.
The next chapter won't design itself.
My role is to help you step out of the pool, gain perspective, and focus on the key things that create extraordinary leadership. Because you can't be at your best while you're still swimming.
So, is coaching right for you?
That's honestly not something I can answer for you. But the self-awareness you've just built above usually makes it pretty clear. Sit with these for a moment:
- Is there an opportunity for you to elevate to the next level, and you know it?
- Do you want the next fifteen years to really count?
- Do you believe you could get there faster, and with more ease, with someone in your corner?
- Do you know, deep down, that doing it the way you've been doing it hasn't been working?
- Do you know that the leaders who go furthest are usually the ones who invest in real support?
If most of that felt true, you already have your answer.
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A note before you dive in
Hi, I'm Rachael Pickworth, Director of MAD Leaders. For 25 years I've supported leaders to lead with clarity, confidence and impact, without losing themselves in the process.
Most leaders are busy, stretched, and rarely stop long enough to ask themselves how they're really going. Left unchecked, that shows up as missed opportunities, rising stress, and a leadership style that's more reactive than proactive.
The fact you've paused to work through this says something. It's genuinely one of the best investments you can make, in yourself and in making sure the next ten to fifteen years count toward the legacy you want to leave.
This check-in was built to quickly surface where your real strengths are and where the gaps sit, so you can act from clarity, not guesswork, and lead in a way that maximises your effectiveness, fulfilment and impact.
Your answers
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What clients say
"Working with Rachael helped me quite quickly achieve clarity and a sense of purpose around what my goals are. The clarity has provided a sense of relief by taking away the noise."
Kym Myall, Director Risk Assessment and Intelligence, Australian Taxation Office
"Being on a journey with Rachael is like standing in front of a mirror with a warm hand on my shoulder. She searches for gaps in my facade and won't let me walk away from where she knows I need to go. And when I get there, she is right by my side."
Donna Maloney, Director of Finance
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A short conversation to talk through what came up for you and what real support could look like.
"The combination of coaching, team coaching and coaching skills training over recent months has supported our leadership team to move to the next level. We are more aligned, focused and have a better understanding of how to be effective leaders. Thank you for your support."
Stuart Draffin
GM Planning and Development, City of Stonnington
"Through coaching sessions with Rachael I have been able to quite quickly achieve clarity and a sense of purpose around what my goals are. This has made it a lot easier to make decisions on where I should be focussing my time and what career decisions I should make. The clarity has provided a sense of relief by taking away the ānoiseā. I would not have achieved this without Rachael providing guidance and gently challenging and interrogating my thinking."
Kym Myall
Director Risk Assessment and Intelligence, Australian Tax Office
"As a HR Business Partner I have engaged Rachaelās coaching services periodically over the last 5 years. This has included Rachael coaching individual staff (40), delivering goal setting workshops and facilitating team coaching with great success. Rachael has a unique and vibrant way in which she engages an audience and individuals to set and achieve goals and it is always a pleasure working with her."
Donna Durston-McKenna
HR Business Partner, āØSouthern Health
"Being on a journey with Rachael is like standing in front of a mirror with a warm hand on my shoulder. Rachael listens intently to every word and takes nothing for granted. She searches for gaps in my facade and wonāt let me walk away from where she knows I need to go. And when I get there, she is right by my side. Rachael is direct but kind. She is bold but nurturing. And simply, she makes it her business to see people discover their best selves."
Donna Maloney
Manager Business Partnering, Department of Transport
"Coaching for me is about staying at the top of my game in every aspect of my life. With such a demanding career, whilst being successful at what I do, coaching ensures I prioritise my relationship, my kids, my health and my downtime, in ensuring my life is a success."
Prakash Menon
Director Myer Logistics, Myer Ltd.
"Rachael has worked with a number of colleagues at various organisations for me. Rachael has the ability to take the people āout of their comfort zoneā. She will ask them to assess, challenge and stretch themselves. By doing this she gets results. I have seen great growth in these colleagues as a result of the sessions they have had with Rachael."
Fleur Delves
Victorian Manager, PKL Recruitment
"The coaching, enthusiasm and insight Rachael provided me throughout my journey, has not only enabled me to discover a great deal about myself but more importantly made me conscious and able to refocus on how I can progress positive change. I have felt comfortable and inspired since our first meeting and the momentum continues today. A motivating learning experience for me ā Thank you."
John Karabatsos,
Manager IT Market Interface Solutions, Australian Energy Market Operator Ltd
"You are a legend. Thank you so much for facilitating our goal setting day. I was really pleased with the outcome. I admire the way you ran the day and your perceptiveness to the different personalities. You really do have a gift with people. Thank you again."
Regina McInnes
MD, McInnes Property ManagementāØ
"Rachael opened my mind to possibilities I hadnāt even considered. The sessions helped me explore my values, understand my personal and professional purpose and be confident that I can make the right choices to balance what I initially felt were conflicting aspirations. Thanks Rachael."
Charles Boorman
Program Planning Specialist, VICRoads
"Just a quick note to let you know how much we appreciated and enjoyed your presentations at our recent WCN networking breakfasts. You might be interested to know that at the May breakfast we had a record attendance with over 160 guests and that you are the first speaker we have asked back due to such an overwhelming interest. The response has been phenomenal and the evaluation forms 100% positive! You will be a tough act for others to follow. "
