i <br /> ~ 3. Self- Values personal growth and Teaming. Takes the time to improve skills, <br /> i <br /> ' development both interpersonal and technical. <br /> Key behaviors <br /> • Continually self-assesses and seeks out opportunity for <br /> i development in both skill areas (interpersonal and technical). <br /> { • Willing to take calculated risks, make mistakes and learn from <br /> them, and share the learning with others. <br /> • Recognizes the value of change and the need to develop skills to <br /> implement and support self and others through change. <br /> i <br /> I 4. Diverse Respects and draws on the background and experiences of all people. <br /> Perspective Employs a flexible leadership/communication style that balances the needs <br /> of the organization, their work team, and individuals. <br /> ' Key behaviors <br /> • Always works for diversity in work team member experience, <br /> styles, thoughts, etc. <br /> • Skillfully manages issues which arise from having diverse work <br /> teams. <br /> • Encourages employees they supervise to bring their uniqueness to <br /> both individual and team work. <br /> • Prepares employees to serve the diverse needs of the community, <br /> and models these skills. <br /> 5. Uses and models effective verbal and written communication. <br /> Communications <br /> -Key behaviors <br /> • Communicates expectations so they are understood. <br /> • Written communication is professional and clear. <br /> • Actively listens. <br /> • Adjusts their communication style to the receiver, considering <br /> receivers readiness to receive a message, as well as the quantity and <br /> quality of information delivered. <br /> • Checks interpretation of messages with others when both giving <br /> and receiving communication. <br /> • Seeks feedback. <br /> • Uses appropriate verbal and non-verbal cues when communicating. <br /> • Recognizes and responds appropriately to both verbal and non- <br /> <br /> ' verbal communication. <br /> • Able to utilize humor appropriately to assist in communication. <br /> <br />