Top 10 360 Assessments for Executive and Leadership Coaching
Written by Coaching Blog on May 24, 2025
Top 360-degree assessments
In the world of executive coaching and leadership coaching, few tools rival the power of a well-designed 360 assessment. These tools collect feedback from a leader’s peers, direct reports, and supervisors, offering a holistic view of how they are perceived. When paired with professional coaching, the insights gained through 360 assessments drive measurable growth and lasting behavioral change.
At JB Coaches, we use 360 feedback not as a one-time report, but as a catalyst for powerful conversations and leadership transformation. Below are the top 10 360 assessments that consistently support leadership growth in organizations of all sizes.
1. The Leadership Circle Profile (LCP)
The Leadership Circle Profile connects a leader’s behaviors to their internal assumptions. It maps leadership competencies alongside reactive tendencies, providing a visual snapshot of how personal development affects leadership impact.
- Best for: Senior executives seeking deep behavioral insight
- Strength: Combines leadership theory with adult development
- Why it works: Encourages reflection on both capability and mindset
2. GLA360 by Marshall Goldsmith
The Global Leadership Assessment (GLA360) is a research-backed tool developed by Marshall Goldsmith and the Global Coach Group. It evaluates 15 competencies essential for global leadership success—grouped into emerging, timeless, and large gap categories.
- Best for: Mid- to senior-level leaders in global or multicultural contexts
- Strength: Grounded in input from Fortune 100 CEOs and executives across 100 countries
- Why it works: Offers 50+ pages of rich data, including a radar graph and qualitative feedback
- Certification: JB Coaches is certified to administer and debrief the GLA360
3. Hogan 360
Hogan 360 offers a clear, reputation-based view of how others perceive a leader’s effectiveness. It’s built on Hogan’s personality assessments and focuses on identifying leadership strengths and derailers.
- Best for: Leaders focused on their reputation and leadership brand
- Strength: Blends personality data with workplace feedback
- Why it works: Makes connections between identity and leadership performance
4. Voices® 360 by Korn Ferry
Part of the Korn Ferry Leadership Architect™ suite, Voices® 360 delivers feedback on a comprehensive set of leadership behaviors aligned with organizational competency models.
- Best for: Leaders in organizations with structured development plans
- Strength: Customizable and scalable for enterprise leadership initiatives
- Why it works: Clear alignment with succession planning and talent strategies
5. Global Leadership Assessment (GLA360)
The GLA360, developed by the Global Coach Group and Marshall Goldsmith, provides deep insight into the leadership behaviors that drive success across cultures and industries. Based on research from top executives in over 100 countries, it breaks down leadership into:
- Emerging Competencies: Thinking Globally, Sharing Leadership, Technological Savvy
- Timeless Competencies: Creating Vision, Demonstrating Integrity, Personal Mastery
- Large Gap Competencies: Empowering Others, Leading Change, Developing People
The tool includes a 72-question survey and open-ended feedback, generating a detailed report to guide coaching conversations and development planning.
- Best for: Global leaders or those in rapidly scaling organizations
- Strength: Research-based, practical, and rich in qualitative insights
- Why it works: Offers a full-picture assessment aligned to modern leadership demands
6. LEA 360™ (Leadership Effectiveness Analysis)
This assessment by Management Research Group uses 22 core leadership practices to offer detailed feedback. It’s widely used in development and succession planning.
- Best for: Coaching focused on competency development
- Strength: Allows benchmarking against high-performing peers
- Why it works: Insightful for tracking leadership progress over time
7. Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) Benchmarks® Suite
CCL’s 360 assessments, like Benchmarks® and Skillscope®, are grounded in decades of research. They cover behaviors critical to leadership effectiveness at every level.
- Best for: Organizations with tiered leadership programs
- Strength: Highly validated and structured for longitudinal growth
- Why it works: Delivers practical development strategies linked to specific skill gaps
8. CheckPoint 360° by Wiley
CheckPoint 360° evaluates management and leadership behaviors and offers suggestions for improvement. It provides a balanced mix of quantitative results and qualitative development planning.
- Best for: New and mid-level managers
- Strength: Simple to administer and interpret
- Why it works: Focused on improving team performance and management effectiveness
9. DiSC 363® for Leaders
DiSC 363 blends the popular DiSC behavioral model with 360 feedback, producing insights into a leader’s communication, collaboration, and influence styles.
- Best for: Leaders in people-centric or collaborative environments
- Strength: Accessible and visually engaging feedback
- Why it works: Encourages development in interpersonal dynamics
10. Tilt 365® Positive Influence Predictor
Tilt 365 offers a modern, strengths-based 360 designed for agile organizations. It focuses on character strengths that fuel innovation, trust, and influence.
- Best for: Startup founders or innovation-focused leaders
- Strength: Light, fast, and intuitive interface
- Why it works: Helps leaders develop authentic influence and adaptive leadership styles
Why Use 360 Assessments in Executive and Leadership Coaching?
When used within a coaching relationship, 360 assessments become a roadmap for growth. These tools:
- Reveal blind spots and unconscious patterns
- Provide measurable benchmarks for leadership development
- Improve emotional intelligence and communication
- Align personal leadership style with organizational impact
JB Coaches integrates 360 feedback into personalized coaching plans, helping leaders reflect, prioritize, and take action. While many tools offer valuable insight, the real transformation happens when leaders work with an expert coach to turn that insight into behavior change.
Start with the Right Tool—And the Right Coach
Each assessment listed here has its strengths. At JB Coaches, we tailor the choice of 360 assessment based on your role, goals, and organizational context. Whether you’re a CEO preparing for succession or a new leader managing your first team, we’ll help you identify the best fit and guide you every step of the way.
We are certified to deliver and debrief the GLA360 assessment, a premier global leadership tool created by the Global Coach Group. For all other tools, we collaborate with partners or refer you to certified professionals.
