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OPTO Leadership: A Game-Changer for Leaders

For leaders like Sabrina, who want to reflect, adapt, and thrive, OPTO Leadership is the transformative tool they have been waiting for.

Meet Sabrina Sofie Jensen, an experienced leader who had grown sceptical of personality tests after years of using personality tools that felt routine and did not inspire her. Sabrina found inspiration in OPTO Leadership, a tool that not only matched her vision of modern leadership but also provided practical insights to drive personal growth, team alignment, and organizational strategy.

“It’s a tool that makes you stop, think, and ultimately grow.” Sabrina remarked.

For leaders like Sabrina, who want to reflect, adapt, and thrive, OPTO Leadership is the transformative tool they have been waiting for.

 

Beyond the Usual Fatigue of Tests: OPTO Leadership Delivers Real Impact

Sabrina Sofie Jensen, a head of function in IT for the public regional department, Region Southern Denmark, has dedicated over 15 years to leadership roles. Her expertise spans social services and IT, and she currently leads a team of 40 professionals, including four senior consultants. While Sabrina is no stranger to leadership assessments, her experience with the OPTO Leadership report was transformative, offering an unexpectedly profound and actionable reflection on her own leadership.

Having undergone numerous assessments, Sabrina initially wondered how OPTO Leadership would stand out. “I’ve been through a sea of tests,” she explained. “Often, you know what’s coming and just go through the motions. I wanted something that would genuinely challenge me and feel relevant to my leadership role.”

Leadership assessments often run the risk of feeling repetitive, particularly for experienced leaders like Sabrina. Yet, OPTO Leadership distinguished itself with a unique approach that prompted deeper introspection and practical insights, leaving Sabrina impressed and intrigued.

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OPTO Leadership: Challenges You to go Deeper and Delivers even Greater Insights

The OPTO Leadership report stands out by requiring leaders to make nuanced, meaningful decisions about their leadership preferences and behaviours. For Sabrina, this process was refreshingly challenging. “It forced me to take a stand,” she shared. “This wasn’t something you could breeze through. You have to stop and reflect — is this really me?”

The insights from OPTO Leadership unfolded in several key areas:

  • Depth of Reflection: Unlike other assessments, OPTO Leadership demanded a higher level of personal engagement. Sabrina found herself in a series of internal dialogues, questioning assumptions and preferences. “It challenged me in ways other assessments haven’t,” she noted. “I had to look at nuances of myself that I hadn’t considered in detail before.”
  • Balanced Leadership Development: The report shed light on Sabrina’s leadership strengths, particularly her dedication to employee well-being and fostering a supportive workplace. At the same time, it identified opportunities for growth, such as setting firmer boundaries and making decisive calls. “I realized I might spend too much time accommodating others,” Sabrina reflected. “Sometimes, I just need to take control and set clear directions.”
  • Emotional Intelligence Focus: Sabrina really liked the emphasis on Emotional Intelligence within the report, calling it a critical differentiator. “Many leaders are incredibly skilled, but they lack emotional awareness,” she said. “This report highlighted how Emotional Intelligence can be a decisive factor in leadership success. It’s something we need to value more in modern leadership.”
  • Team Building Potential: Sabrina also recognized OPTO Leadership’s potential for enhancing team dynamics. “It’s a tool that can help map out team strengths and gaps,” she explained. “This can lead to a more cohesive, strategically aligned leadership team, with each person playing to their strengths while addressing areas of development.”

 

Not Just Another Personality Test: The Leadership Tool That Inspires Growth and Cultural Change

OPTO Leadership sets itself apart from the competition, offering unparalleled versatility as one of its key strengths. Although designed with leadership recruitment in mind, Sabrina emphasized its broader potential for individual growth, leadership team alignment, and strategic organizational development. For example, in the wake of a reorganization, Sabrina considered using the insights from OPTO Leadership to strengthen her team. “It’s not just about recruitment,” she said. “It’s about cultural change and building organizational power.” She also mentioned the practical advice alongside its reflection exercises as excellent features of the report.

For Sabrina, OPTO Leadership proved to be much more than a standard personality test. “This isn’t just another assessment,” she remarked. “It forces you to think, reflect, and truly engage with your leadership style. That process of digging deeper is invaluable.”

This reflective depth makes OPTO Leadership particularly impactful for experienced leaders who may feel they have seen it all. By fostering self-awareness and providing actionable insights, OPTO Leadership enables leaders to refine their approach and navigate the complexities of modern leadership with confidence.

Sabrina’s experience with OPTO Leadership underscores its value as a transformative tool for leaders. Whether for individual growth or team alignment, it offers leaders the opportunity to reflect, adapt, and thrive. For organizations seeking to empower their leaders and drive meaningful development, OPTO Leadership is an indispensable resource. As Sabrina put it, “It’s a tool that makes you stop, think, and ultimately grow.”

 

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Category: Recruitment, Development, Solutions
Tags: Leadership, OPTO

Interviewed By: Sabrina Sofie Jensen, Head of Function in Strategic Management and Planning, Regional IT at Region Southern Denmark
Date: 06.12.2024