On The Job Activity Builder
One of the best ways to grow and develop is through on the job training. It can be daunting trying to figure out what types of things to do to help you develop the skills you need to move your career forward. Below are essential competencies needed for career development. Take some time to figure out which ones you need to work on. Choose up to 5 competencies to develop. View the worksheet that contains the on the job activities for that competency. Do 2-3 of the activities and keep track of the results for those activities.
Competency
Deciding and Initiating Action
Making decisions, Taking responsibility, Acting with confidence, Acting on own initiative.
Leading and Supervising
Providing direction and coordinating
action, Supervising and monitoring
behavior, Coaching, Delegating, Empowering staff, Motivating others, Developing staff, Identifying and recruiting talent.
Working with People
Understanding others, Adapting to the team, Building team spirit,
Recognising and rewarding contributions, Listening, Consulting others, Communicating proactively, Showing tolerance and consideration, Showing empathy, Supporting others, Caring for others, Developing and communicating self-knowledge and insight.
Adhering to Principles and Values
Upholding ethics and values, Acting with integrity, Utilising diversity, Showing social and environmental responsibility.
Relating and Networking
Building rapport, Networking, Relating across levels, Managing conflict, Using humor.
Persuading and Influencing
Making an impact, Shaping conversations, Appealing to emotions, Promoting ideas, Negotiating, Gaining agreement, Dealing with political issues.
Presenting and Communicating Information
Explaining concepts and opinions, Articulating key points of an argument, Presenting and public speaking, Projecting credibility, Responding to an audience.
Writing and Reporting
Writing correctly, Writing
clearly and fluently, Writing in an expressive and engaging style, Targeting communication.
Applying Expertise and Technology
Applying technical expertise, Building technical expertise, Sharing expertise, Using technology resources, Demonstrating physical and manual skills, Demonstrating
cross-functional awareness, Demonstrating spatial awareness.
Analyzing
Analysing and evaluating information, Testing assumptions and investigating, Producing solutions, Making judgments, Demonstrating systems thinking.
Learning and Researching
Learning quickly, Gathering information, Thinking quickly, Encouraging and supporting organizational learning.
Creating and Innovating
Innovating, Seeking and introducing change, Listening to different perspectives.
Formulating Strategies and Concepts
Thinking broadly, Approaching work strategically, Setting and developing strategy, Visioning.
Planning and Organizing
Innovating, Seeking and introducing change, Listening to different perspectives.
Developing Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Focusing on customer need and satisfaction, Setting high standards for quality, Monitoring and maintaining quality, Working systematically, Maintaining quality processes, Maintaining productivity levels, Driving projects to results.
Following Instructions and Procedures
Following directions, Following procedures, Timekeeping and attending, Demonstrating commitment, Showing awareness of safety issue, Complying with legal obligations.
Adapting and Responding to Change
Adapting, Accepting new ideas, Adapting interpersonal style, Showing cross-cultural awareness, Dealing with ambiguity.
Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
Coping with pressure, Showing emotional self-control, Balancing work and personal life, Maintaining a positive outlook, Handling criticism.
Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
Achieving objectives, Working
energetically and enthusiastically, Pursuing self- development, Demonstrating ambition.
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
Monitoring markets and competitors, Identifying business opportunities, Demonstrating financial awareness, Controlling costs, Keeping aware of organizational issues.
Credits: The Corporate Executive Board Company