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Personal Influence

Personal Influence

What it means: Refers to the freedom we have to do our work and the input we have into decisions that affect our jobs.

When it's a strength

  • Vision, strategy and values are clearly communicated and employees use them in deciding how to get the job done
  • Creativity and risk taking are celebrated, failures are seen as a part of learning
  • Employee input is sought and used

If it’s a weakness:

  • Input from employees is not used
  • Restrictive policies and processes stifle creativity
  • Risk takers are punished
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