What is the role of assessment in leadership? How should a leader use data to make decisions? In this discussion, you will share ideas about how data can be used for decision making and influence how you lead. You will also share suggestions with classmates for how they can use data to enhance leadership effectiveness based on research.

In your initial discussion post

describe how data can be interpreted (and/or misinterpreted) and used for decision making, and

discuss how the use of data will influence the way you lead.

In your response posts, provide insight and examples that would assist your classmates to enhance the effectiveness of their leadership style and strategy based on research and performance metrics data. Include the following:

Relate your suggestions to the example your classmate provided.

Describe specific performance data and/or research you would use.

Recommend leadership style and/or strategy changes to improve the situation