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Tactfulness

Tactfulness is the ability to communicate in a sensitive, considerate manner, demonstrating respect and empathy towards others. This specialized behavioral skill involves effective handling of difficult conversations, preserving relationships, ensuring a positive environment, and facilitating constructive conflict resolution, without compromising the honesty or integrity of communication.

Level 1: Emerging

At an emerging level, you are developing your sensitivity to handle difficult or delicate interpersonal situations carefully. You begin to appreciate the importance of maintaining respectful, positive relations.

Level 2: Proficient

At a proficient level, you are able to demonstrate tactfulness in your behaviors by effectively navigating sensitive situations and communicating respectfully and diplomatically with others, fostering positive relationships and avoiding conflicts.

Level 3: Advanced

At an advanced level, you are able to navigate sensitive situations with grace and diplomacy, demonstrating exceptional tact in your interactions with others in the workplace.

Where is this capability used?