Working with Information- Analyze and interpret data
- Collect, store and manage information
- Develop, operate, and/or maintain information technology tools
Read More ▶ Working with InformationThis is the talent for managing information and technology. These two aspects of information work draw on related but distinct abilities. Information management and processing work relies on a talent for manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data (or information). This involves skills to collect and store information, and to turn information into knowledge by analysis and interpretation. Information technology work requires the ability to develop, operate, and/or maintain information technology (IT) tools (software and hardware), which are critical for managing and processing information. Some information workers are effective in one aspect of information work, and some are effective in both.
Developing Others- Mentor, coach, teach and evaluate
- Provide others with opportunities to learn
- Encourage people to improve knowledge and skills
Read More ▶ Developing OthersThis is the talent for recognizing and cultivating others' talents. People with this ability are effective in teaching, mentoring, counseling, and evaluating others. They identify areas of growth in individuals and provide them with meaningful opportunities to learn and develop. They can structure learning environments based on individual needs that encourage others to improve their knowledge and skills.
Serving and Caring- Develop relationships and help people
- Empathize with others and serve their needs
- Build trust and emotional bonds
Read More ▶ Serving and CaringThis is the talent for developing sound social relationships and helping others with their needs. It enables individuals to empathize, as well as care and provide support for others. Such individuals can effectively relate to and serve the needs of clients, customers, coworkers, and other constituents. They can cultivate trust and emotional bonds with others.
Evaluating and Inspecting- Improve quality, safety, or effectiveness
- Evaluate activities, processes, and outputs to meet standards
- Maintain consistency with rules and regulations
Read More ▶ Evaluating and InspectingThis is the talent for monitoring work activities, processes, and outputs for compliance with rules and standards. Individuals with this talent can absorb and interpret significant amounts of knowledge for proper execution of work contributing to improved quality, safety, or effectiveness. They are able to make suggestions for adjustments in activities, processes, and outputs to maintain consistency with rules and regulations.
Managing- Build teams
- Coordinate others' work
- Set goals and drive results
Read More ▶ ManagingThis is the talent for managing others. People with this ability can effectively recruit, inspire, direct, guide, and motivate others. They are able to coordinate the work of others, build teams and organizations, and drive groups to achieve important goals in light of a shared vision.
Judging and Estimating - Assess materials, conditions and surroundings
- Estimate the quality and value of products, services or people's contributions
- Determine resources needed to accomplish goals
Read More ▶ Judging and EstimatingThis is the talent for sound judgment and assessment. It involves critical and analytical thinking and can be applied to estimate the quality and value of people's contributions, products, services, materials, supplies, as well as physical and social conditions. Individuals with these abilities can also make accurate estimations of resources, time, and effort needed to accomplish goals.
Selling and Communicating- Understand, persuade and influence others
- Evaluate and respond to people's needs and desires
- Gain trust and negotiate
Read More ▶ Selling and CommunicatingThis is the talent for persuasion. Individuals with this ability can effectively read, understand, and influence others. They can correctly evaluate and respond to people's needs and desires. As effective communicators and negotiators, they can elicit trust and respect that enables them to change others' minds.