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How You Set the Pace for the Program

The very first pace car in motorsports was introduced during the inaugural Indy 500, in 1911. Most people are familiar with the pace car duty of leading the pack of race cars in a parade formation, gradually building speed and allowing for a “flying start” to the race. Another more serious deployment of the pace car is as a warning for debris, collisions and/or weather. The pace car in this role becomes more of a “safety car” geared to ensure a safe speed under adverse track conditions.

One of the important roles you play in leading others is very similar to the pace car example. Leaders are out in front ensuring their people and projects get off to “flying starts” and team members also depend on the leader to be out in front warning of potential debris and hazards that can be damaging.

imapMyTeam® will help you better understand your personal pace and how you may be “pacing” your colleagues and team members.

In the center pane pull down menu of www.imapmyteam.com there is a report titled: Team Player Strengths. This report helps you understand your usual behavior and the strengths you have learned to gain success.

Run the Team Player Strengths report on yourself and look for key attributes that impact your pace. Consider one or two things you can do differently to help you lead appropriately from the front of the pack.