Lominger Ltd's Career Architect â expert system determines and describes 67 key competencies that are crucial to success in the Western business world. These competencies are developable and with many companies cutting back on career development resources, working with system on you own can be a powerful experience.

For this Infobit, I want to focus on “Power Skills'” eight skill and perspectives that are the most frequent reasons given to account for promotions and performance. They appear most frequently on internally derived organizational competency and success profiles. The eight power skills are almost universally believed to be the ones that will get you ahead. They are the predominate skills that lead to getting things done and achieving tactical results. They are also the skills most likely to slip into overuse if not held in check.

The Skills are:

PORTFOLIO SORT CARDS' THE CAREER ARCHITECT@

INTELLECTUAL HORSEPOWER

Is bright and intelligent; deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; described as intellectually sharp, capable, and agile.

MANAGING AND MEASURING

Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions; sets clear objectives and measures; monitors process, progress, and results appropriately; delivers timely and objective feedback on accomplishments.

SIZING UP PEOPLE

Is a good judge of talent; after reasonable exposure, can clearly articulate the strengths and limitations of people inside or outside the organization; can accurately project what various people are likely to do across a variety of situations.

ACTION ORIENTED

Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things that he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes opportunities when they arise.

RESULTS

Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

STRATEGIC AGILITY

Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.

COMMAND SKILLS

Is not afraid to take charge when trouble comes; does whatever it takes to get the job done despite resistance; takes unpopular stands if necessary; faces difficult situations with guts and tenacity; encourages direct and tough debate but isn't afraid to end it and move on; is looked to for direction in a crisis; relishes leading.

POLITICAL SAVVY

Can maneuver through complex political situations effectively and quietly; is sensitive to how people and organizations function; anticipates where the land mines are and plans his/her approach accordingly; views corporate politics as a necessary part of organizational life and works to adjust to that reality; is a maze-bright person.

Using the Lominger materials I can help you determine your unique skill set. The exercise gives you a great way to focus yourself, your self-presentation and is also useful for resumes.

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