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.
Verbal Reasoning
Verbal reasoning measures the extent to which you quickly learn and comprehend verbal information. Being able to effectively communicate allows us to quickly learn and comprehend additional tasks and information. Most of us will have to work at improving our verbal reasoning skills and the resources below should provide you with a number of ways to increase your verbal reasoning skills.
Strength
Higher levels of verbal reasoning allow you to express ideas clearly and quickly comprehend verbal information putting you at a distinct advantage.
Opportunity
Lower levels of verbal reasoning may mean you need additional time to digest and comprehend new or complex information.
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 |
| Relying on a surface-level understanding to make decisions. | Using different types of verbal content, such as articles, books, or podcasts. | Seeking feedback from peers, mentors, or supervisors. |
| Making assumptions without sufficient evidence. | Practicing active listening and reading techniques. | Reflecting on your learning experiences and how they affect your verbal skills. |
| Avoiding conversations that require you to articulate your ideas. | Engaging in mental exercises such as puzzles, logic games, or critical-thinking challenges. | Setting specific learning goals related to verbal processing. |