a) Factor 1 Component Matrix^a

Component

1

Be receptive to and seek out diverse opinions and alternative solutions

0.948

Know people’s strengths and channel their energy and passion to maximum effect

0.945

Ensure that planning is flexible and make changes when required

0.941

Empower staff to get the job done

0.937

Care about the implications of decisions and how they relate to conservation success

0.925

Have two-way communication meetings to discuss progress and goals

0.917

Encourage staff to share experiences, problems, ideas and learn from mistakes, without fear of criticism

0.915

Follow through on promises and commitments

0.915

Take the complexity of conservation issues into account when making decisions

0.912

Enable staff to ask questions and challenge thinking

0.910

Use knowledge of conservation to inform decisions

0.908

Treat others with dignity and respect

0.907

Identify what is happening to, or affecting, biodiversity (populations, productivity, threats)

0.893

Set high standards, giving a personal example of what is expected

0.861

Consider views of stakeholders and partners

0.806

Possess highly developed biological and/or operational skills appropriate to the program

0.772