Johnny-On-The-Spot - Valuing Diversity

Johnny-on-the-spot as a noun means "an unusually alert fellow who is capable of decisive action, and seizing an opportunity!"

Valuing Diversity

Definition: Creates an atmosphere of valuing and accepting others

Behavioral Indicators:

-Gets insight from others about issues and opportunities before making decisions

-Directly confronts any prejudicial or disrespectful behavior or comments

-Examines one's own thought and language for assumptions and stereotypical responses

-Establishes relationships with people who are different from oneself

-Seeks to understand the individual person rather than seeing the person as a representative of a group

-Values the involvement of employees who have a broad base of experience and backgrounds as an asset

-Gives feedback openly and respectfully to others whose different behaviors and values affect their credibility and effectiveness, identifying alternatives to help people use their differences effectively

and not alienate others.

-Accommodates different personal styles that are effective in accomplishing desired outcomes

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