A 2-Minute Self-Audit for Business Leaders and Founders

Before you pour more resources into strategy, hiring, or marketing—pause. Is your organization truly set up to thrive? Use this simple, 10-point checklist to assess your company’s health across key dimensions like alignment, culture, and execution.

Checklist: Rate each statement from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree)

Statement       Rating (1–5)

1. Our leadership team is aligned on our core priorities and business goals.
2. Employees understand how their work contributes to the company’s larger mission.
3. Feedback—both positive and critical—is shared openly across levels.
4. Silos and inter-team friction are minimal; collaboration is the norm.
5. We have a clearly defined company culture that shows up in daily decisions.
6. Employees take initiative and show ownership without being micromanaged.
7. Our meetings are focused, purposeful, and result in decisions or actions.
8. Leaders at all levels are trusted, approachable, and respected by their teams.
9. When conflicts arise, they are resolved constructively, not avoided.
10. Our systems and processes support—not stifle—agility and performance.

Scoring Guide:

40–50: Your organization is in excellent health—well done!

30–39: Good, but a few areas need strengthening for sustainable growth.

20–29: Warning signs are present—time to dig deeper and act.

Below 20: Organizational health issues are likely slowing your growth. Consider a full assessment.

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Use this tool in leadership meetings or team offsites to spark meaningful conversations.