Decision Making/Problem Solving
Organization
(Focus & Organization, Time Utilization, Priority Focus)
Problem Anticipation
(Planning, Long Range Thinking)
Analytical Thinking
(Detail Orientation, Detailed Analysis)
Innovative Thinking
(Creativity)
Practical Problem Solving
(Practical Thinking, Common Sense, Realistic Thinking)
People Leadership
Assertiveness
(Ability to Take Charge, Willingness to Take Charge)
Tough-Mindedness
(Conflict Management, Holding Team Accountable)
Positive People Orientation
(People Relations)
Insight
(Interpersonal Insight)
Work Style
Drive & Energy
(Action Orientation, Stamina)
Self-Reliance
(Independent Initiative, Self-Motivation, Initiative)
Process Orientation
(Need for Structure, Acceptance of Authority, Rule Orientation)
Flexibility
(Multi-Tasking, Need for Diversion)
Results Focus
(Results Orientation)
Accommodation
(Service Orientation, Team Orientation)
Personal Characteristics
Self-Discipline
(Conscientiousness, Responsibility, Restraint)
Emotional Consistency
(Capacity to Handle Pressure, Stress Tolerance, Resilience)
Objectivity of Viewpoint
(Objectivity, Criticism Tolerance)
Confidence
(Self-Assuredness, Self-Confidence)
Learning Agility
Quantitative Reasoning
(Numeric Reasoning)
Navigating the Resources
- Read the information below about the trait to develop a greater understanding of your strength/opportunity.
- Consider the Stop, Start, Continue examples to create your own actionable change behaviors.
- Explore the trait more fully by taking advantage of the weblinks below.
Sociability
Sociability measures the extent to which you interact and connect with others. Striking the right balance between engaging others and being overly social will help enable success. The resources below will allow you to further understand and develop appropriate sociability in the workplace.
Strength
Higher levels of sociability indicate that you may be highly outgoing and enjoy interacting with others.
Opportunity
Lower levels of sociability may indicate that you are reserved or tend to limit your interactions with others.
Excess
Excessive levels of sociability indicate that you may socialize too much and have trouble focusing on tasks.
Identify an opportunity area that you would like to change. Then, develop behaviors that you can Stop (unhelpful or limiting behaviors), Start (behaviors that you can begin now), and Continue (behaviors that you already do well) to improve in this area. Use the examples below to help create your own Stop, Start, and Continue behaviors.
| Stop | Start | Continue |
| Limiting interactions with others. | Being the first one to reach out and communicate. | Updating your linkedin account with relevant information. |
| Allowing tasks to interfere with communicating with others. | Providing timely updates to encourage open channels of communication. | Cooperating with others during team interactions. |
| Hesitating to build relationships with others. | Building rapport by being more willing to initiate interactions. | Having an overall positive attitude. |
Sociability Weblinks for Development:
7 Interpersonal & Social Skills for the Workplace
10 Ways to Develop Your Social Skills (and Why It’s Important)
Six Tips for Staying Connected with Your Team While Working Remotely
Sociability Leadership Weblinks for Development:
3 Ways To Be More Social at Work & Why It Pays Off
Why Being Social Makes You a Better Leader
5 Reasons Social Connections Can Enhance Your Employee Wellness Program