Independence
A quick definition
You prefer to decide and work on your own.
In practice
You feel good when you can organise your own work and move ahead without depending on others. You take responsibility for your area, make your own decisions and don't need consensus to act. That makes you very effective in roles that call for autonomy and independent judgement.
How others see you
- Moves ahead alone
- Takes ownership
- Has independent judgement
- Doesn't wait for consensus
Under pressure or overused
- You may miss chances to collaborate.
- Others may feel left out of your work.
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The other end of this dimension
CollaborationYou're team-minded and trust the people around you.
More in this area
Connection
- Collaboration
You're team-minded and trust the people around you.
- Directness
You tell it like it is and can give tough feedback.
- Warmth
You bring patience, care and attention to how others feel.
- Self-advocacy
You make your wins visible and stand up for your interests.
- Humility
You let results speak and stay unpretentious.
