With everything in IT under a financial microscope these days, it's not surprising that companies are looking to measure the effectiveness of their top tech leader as well. One neat way to undertake such a career evaluation is to use a tool provided by Optimize magazine. The Web-based survey will provide CIOs with an objective analysis using a 360-degree approach. You can even have peers and partners assess your professional effectiveness with the tool as well. It's a great resource you can use to make sure you are working to your potential and that you start the new year with a focus on the issues and skills you need to improve.

For more on effectiveness analysis:
- check out the survey tool at Optimize