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Developing Othersei
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Involves a genuine intent to foster the long-term learning or
development of others. Its focus is on the developmental intent and
effect rather than on a formal role of training.
clear. This is especially important for the lower levels of
DEV, which may otherwise be confused with lower levels of
Directiveness (DIR). The developmental intent is the
distinction between the two competencies. The interest is in
the person and not the task.
Cumulative
Noncumulative
DEV
Linear
Exponential
Usually the development is with just one person; it could be
with a group, as long as the group is specific and the
developmental intent is clear.
Dimension: Degree of depth into the levels of the iceberg
that the development initiative is intending to address
1. Expresses Positive Expectations
future, particularly those whom others might see as not having
high potential (comments can either be to or about the other(s))
Believes others want to and/or can learn to improve their
performance
2. Gives Short-Term, Task-Oriented Instruction
Gives detailed instructions and/or on-the-job demonstrations
Makes specific helpful suggestions
3. Gives Reasons and Other Support
Gives directions or demonstrations with reasons or rationale as a
training strategy
Gives practical support or assistance to make job easier for the
other individual (i.e., volunteers additional resources, tools,
information, expert advice, etc.)
Asks questions, gives tests, or uses other methods to verify that
others have understood explanation or directions
4. Gives Feedback to Encourage Ongoing Development
Gives specific positive or mixed feedback for developmental
purposes
Gives negative feedback in behavioral rather than personal terms
Reassures and/or expresses positive expectations for future
performance when giving corrective feedback
Gives individualized suggestions for improvement
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5. Provides In-Depth Mentoring, Coaching, or Training
learning and development (could include career pathing or career
planning)
Understands and identifies a training or developmental need and
establishes new programs or materials to meet it
This does not include formal training done simply to meet
corporate requirements.
DEV
Dimension: Degree of
depth into the levels
Arranges appropriate and helpful assignments, formal training,
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