Throughout my journey at ASU in the Organizational Leadership program I have been learning new skills and abilities to take me further in my professional career. These core competencies represent qualities that are integral to being an advantageous employee at any organization. They are valuable knowledge to utilize in many different roles that I will encounter, from professional to personal. The eight competencies that I have chosen are Project Management, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Diversity Inclusion, Decision Making/Problem Solving, Team Dynamics and Collaboration, Communication and Responsibility. I chose these competencies because they are impactful for my employment and push me farther in my pursuit of advancement.
Projection Management is a foundational skill that encompasses taking a project from start to finish. It involves implementing several steps from initially designing and planning the project through executing and tracking the progress, to final completion and approval, ultimately getting paid for the final work.
Emotional Intelligence is being able to manage your emotions by being aware and responding appropriately. If you are emotionally intelligent you recognize emotions in others and utilize that to motivate and build relationships to encourage a positive workspace for all.
Critical Thinking is necessary as a life skill as much as a professional skill. It involves gathering information and being able to filter it objectively. Recognizing what assumptions, biases and factual information are leads to improved decisions. The skill of analyzing how to appropriately engage is valuable in all areas of the working environment.
Diversity Inclusion is an important skill that I personally have really embraced as an older person in the workforce. I see the value of having a diverse workforce that in inviting and inclusive to everyone. We all have valuable contributions to make in the workplace. It is important to work where there are no limitations or restrictions for some and not others.
Decision Making/Problem Solving is straight forward in that it is the ability to evaluation and analyze the information, looking for solutions free of bias or impacts from short-sided thinking. Collaborating with others to include diverse perspectives and then utilizing the information to solve current issues.
Team Dynamics and Collaboration is what I call fun. This encompasses most of the other skills on the list. Paramount is effective communication through trust and being open. Listening to other’s ideas and sharing a vision to align with organizational goals through working together and leveraging everyone’s skills.
Communication is a crucial part of life. A good communicator expresses themselves in open and honest ways, sharing ideas and listening to the ideas of others without judgment. This skill is so valuable in creating stronger teams and building employee engagement.
Responsibility should be on everyone’s list. It requires to be accountable for what you say, do and how you act. Responsible employees engage in self-control and ethical behavior. It involves being proactive in work initiatives and accountability for work problems.
Projection Management is a foundational skill that encompasses taking a project from start to finish. It involves implementing several steps from initially designing and planning the project through executing and tracking the progress, to final completion and approval, ultimately getting paid for the final work.
Emotional Intelligence is being able to manage your emotions by being aware and responding appropriately. If you are emotionally intelligent you recognize emotions in others and utilize that to motivate and build relationships to encourage a positive workspace for all.
Critical Thinking is necessary as a life skill as much as a professional skill. It involves gathering information and being able to filter it objectively. Recognizing what assumptions, biases and factual information are leads to improved decisions. The skill of analyzing how to appropriately engage is valuable in all areas of the working environment.
Diversity Inclusion is an important skill that I personally have really embraced as an older person in the workforce. I see the value of having a diverse workforce that in inviting and inclusive to everyone. We all have valuable contributions to make in the workplace. It is important to work where there are no limitations or restrictions for some and not others.
Decision Making/Problem Solving is straight forward in that it is the ability to evaluation and analyze the information, looking for solutions free of bias or impacts from short-sided thinking. Collaborating with others to include diverse perspectives and then utilizing the information to solve current issues.
Team Dynamics and Collaboration is what I call fun. This encompasses most of the other skills on the list. Paramount is effective communication through trust and being open. Listening to other’s ideas and sharing a vision to align with organizational goals through working together and leveraging everyone’s skills.
Communication is a crucial part of life. A good communicator expresses themselves in open and honest ways, sharing ideas and listening to the ideas of others without judgment. This skill is so valuable in creating stronger teams and building employee engagement.
Responsibility should be on everyone’s list. It requires to be accountable for what you say, do and how you act. Responsible employees engage in self-control and ethical behavior. It involves being proactive in work initiatives and accountability for work problems.