attitude

Goal: demonstrate appropriate mindset

Bring energy and enthusiasm to your work

• • People who excel in the area of attitude understand that enthusiasm is a choice. They choose to be enthusiastic about their work and invest positive energy into all they do. Their attitude is contagious and as a result, they have a positive impact on those around them.

External Resources:

• Why Enthusiasm is a Powerful Tool for Success

• 16 Ways to Put More Enthusiasm in Your Work and Life

Be eager to learn and grow

• • People with a growth mindset are eager to learn and grow. They see learning and growth as a way to pursue their personal and professional vision and achieve their goals. They understand the value of lifelong learning including personal and professional development.

External Resources:

• 6 Ways Curiosity Will Help You Stand Out In Your Career

• Career Success Depends on Your Willingness to Learn

Accept feedback and adjust accordingly

• • People with a positive attitude and growth mindset are open to feedback because they understand it can be valuable in revealing their blindspots and gaps in knowledge or skills. They are able to assess the validity and credibility of the feedback they receive and adjust their attitudes and behaviors in meaningful ways as a result.

External Resources:

• How to Receive Feedback with Grace and Dignity

• 5 Tips for Gracefully Accepting Constructive Criticism