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Indiana University Resource on Valuing Individual Differences

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Indiana University Resource on Valuing Individual Differences

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Values Differences
Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
Valuing differences creates a work environment where people can and want to do their best. Working effectively in this diverse world starts with self-awareness-considering how you handle bias, poor treatment, and conflict, and demonstrating that you value others. To be effective, you will not ignore the differences-you will understand, embrace, accommodate, and encourage them. Valuing differences will help you learn and benefit from the wealth of knowledge and experience that diversity brings. It opens doors to new ways of thinking and new opportunities for building the success of the organization.

You show this competency when you:

Seek to understand different perspectives and cultures

Contribute to a work climate where differences are valued and supported

Apply others' diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives to get results

Are sensitive to cultural norms, expectations and ways of communicating

How to develop this competency:

Examine your biases

Seek out different perspectives

Participate in diversity initiatives

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Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization Valuing differences creates a work environment where people can and want to do their best. Working effectively in this diverse world starts with self-awareness-considering how you handle bias, poor treatment, and conflict, and demonstrating that you value others.

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Indeed Resource on Cooperation and Collaboration

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Indeed Resource on Cooperation and Collaboration

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1. Ask questions and reflect on or think about situation or topic before making conclusions.

2. Analyze, reason, plan, and organize thoughts.

3. Come up with innovative ideas and solutions.

4. Display analytical and strategic thinking.

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1. Assess problems and the pros and cons of multiple options.

2. Use available resources, prior knowledge and experiences, and multiple approaches to reach a solution.

3. Implement and execute solution and evaluate for effectiveness.

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1. Show personal responsibility for behavior, duties, and attitudes.

2. Actively participate and engage, manage time, and organize materials.

3. Demonstrate willingness to learn, is open to feedback, and has a growth mindset.

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1. Open to working with people of different backgrounds and beliefs.

2. Actively seek resources to increase knowledge and exposure to different ideas.

3. Ability to adapt to changes in the community and global environment.

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1. Identify and leverage the strengths of others to complete tasks and achieve goals.

2. Listen to and respond supportively and constructively to ideas of others.

3. Treats others with respect and handle conflict well.

4. Self-regulate based on the situation and the needs of others.

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1. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

2. Contribute fairly to the tasks and to the overarching goals of the team.

3. Listen to and consider ideas of others.

4. Conduct behavior in a professional manner.

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1. Successfully communicate with others in multiple formats (verbally, written, and digitally).

2. Actively listen to others and observe verbal and nonverbal cues.

3. Build rapport.

4. Adapt language and communication style to match audience.