Self-advocacy
A quick definition
You make your wins visible and stand up for your interests.
In practice
You recognise your worth and know how to show it. You do well in negotiations, read the context and know when to push ahead or wait. That skill lets you defend your achievements and those of the people you work with in competitive environments.
How others see you
- Negotiates well
- Reads the context
- Stands up for achievements
- Knows how to position themselves
Under pressure or overused
- Others may think you're after the spotlight.
- If the strategy shows too much, it can breed mistrust.
Try this week
Share the credit
In your next presentation of results, name the people who contributed.
The other end of this dimension
HumilityYou let results speak and stay unpretentious.
More in this area
Connection
- Independence
You prefer to decide and work on your own.
- 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.
- Humility
You let results speak and stay unpretentious.
