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Adaptability/Flexibility
Being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace

  • Entertain New Ideas
    • Is open to considering new ways of doing things
    • Actively seek out and carefully considers the merits of new approaches to work
    • Willingly embrace new approaches when appropriate and discards approaches that are no longer working
  • Deal with Ambiguity
    • Take effective action when necessary without having to have all the necessary facts in hand
    • Change gears in response to unpredictable or unexpected events
    • Effectively change plans, goals, actions or priorities to deal with changing situations
  • Work with People from Diverse Backgrounds
    • Is flexible and open-minded when dealing with a wide range of people
    • Listen to and consider others' viewpoints
    • Alter opinion when it is appropriate to do so
    • Work well and develop effective relationships with highly diverse personalities



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