The importance of adjusting individual behavior as it relates to personal and professional goals.

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    Non-verbal cues: I made eye contact with team members when they were speaking, and I nodded my head to show that I was listening. I also smiled and used other positive facial expressions. Outcomes: The team worked well together and we were able to successfully launch the product. We also built strong relationships with each other. Tools for improvement: I could have listened even more closely to team members' ideas and suggestions. I could have also asked more clarifying questions. Slide 4: Negative situation Background: I was working on a tight deadline and I was feeling stressed. I had to ask my team for help, but I was not very clear about what I needed. Non-verbal cues: I was speaking quickly and my tone of voice was sharp. I was also avoiding eye contact with my team members. Outcomes: My team members were confused and frustrated. They felt like I was not respecting their time or expertise. Tools for improvement: I could have taken a few minutes to collect my thoughts before talking to my team. I could have also been more specific about what I needed from them. I could have also apologized for my behavior. Slide 5: Conclusion Adjusting individual behavior is important for achieving personal and professional goals. It is also important for building relationships and creating a positive work environment. Speaker notes Slide 1: This presentation is about the importance of adjusting individual behavior as it relates to personal and professional goals. Slide 2: Adjusting individual behavior is important because it allows us to:

• Build relationships: When we adjust our behavior to be more respectful and empathetic, we can build stronger relationships with our colleagues and customers.
• Create a positive work environment: A positive work environment is more productive and enjoyable for everyone. By adjusting our behavior to be more positive and supportive, we can contribute to creating a positive work environment.
• Achieve personal and professional goals: When we adjust our behavior to be more aligned with our goals, we are more likely to achieve those goals. For example, if we are trying to get a promotion, we may need to adjust our behavior to be more assertive and proactive.

Slide 3: This slide describes a positive situation in which I adjusted my behavior to achieve a positive outcome. Background: I was working on a team project with a group of people I had never worked with before. The team was responsible for developing a new product launch campaign. Non-verbal cues: I made eye contact with team members when they were speaking, and I nodded my head to show that I was listening. I also smiled and used other positive facial expressions. Outcomes: The team worked well together and we were able to successfully launch the product. We also built strong relationships with each other. Tools for improvement: I could have listened even more closely to team members' ideas and suggestions. I could have also asked more clarifying questions. Slide 4: This slide describes a negative situation in which I did not adjust my behavior and this resulted in a negative outcome. Background: I was working on a tight deadline and I was feeling stressed. I had to ask my team for help, but I was not very clear about what I needed. Non-verbal cues: I was speaking quickly and my tone of voice was sharp. I was also avoiding eye contact with my team members. Outcomes: My team members were confused and frustrated. They felt like I was not respecting their time or expertise. Tools for improvement: I could have taken a few minutes to collect my thoughts before talking to my team. I could have also been more specific about what I needed from them. I could have also apologized for my behavior. Slide 5: This slide concludes the presentation by reiterating the importance of adjusting individual behavior as it relates to personal and professional goals. Questions

1. Which big questions about this competency remain for you?

One big question I have about this competency is how to balance being assertive with being respectful of others. It can be difficult to be assertive without coming across as pushy or aggressive. I am also wondering how to adjust my behavior in different situations. For example, I may need to behave differently when I am talking to a customer than when I am talking to a colleague.  

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Slide 1: Title slide

Slide 2: Introduction

Adjusting individual behavior is important for achieving personal and professional goals. It is also important for building relationships and creating a positive work environment.

Slide 3: Positive situation

Background:

I was working on a team project with a group of people I had never worked with before. The team was responsible for developing a new product launch campaign.