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Self-Confidence

General Competency

Definition

Self-Confidence is a belief in one’s own capability to accomplish a task and select an effective approach to a task or problem. This includes confidence in one’s ability as expressed in increasingly challenging circumstances and confidence in one’s decision or opinions.

Behavioural Scales

Level 1

  • Works without needing supervision.
  • Appears confident in person, presents self strongly. 

Level 2

  • Willing to share own opinions and ideas in group discussions.
  • Able to present their opinions and ideas in a confident manner.
  • Able to stand behind an idea that they have a strong belief in. 

Level 3

  • Solves problems as they arise and takes appropriate action, without having to consult with others.
  • Makes decisions and takes appropriate action. 

Level 4

  • Willing to voice an opinion and take a stand on critical issues.
  • Explicitly states confidence in own judgement and ability.
  • Stands up and defends decisions if challenged. 

Level 5

  • Likes challenging assignments, is excited by a challenge.
  • Looks for and gets new responsibilities.
  • Speaks up when disagrees with management or others in power, but disagrees politely, stating own view clearly and confidently, even in a conflict. 

Level 6

  • Deals positively with situations that could be seen as stressful or threatening.
  • Can maintain confidence and self-image in the face of stress or difficulty.
  • Seldom gives up before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.