Competency Model
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Jul 19, 2024
What: Defines the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for a specific role or job level.
Who: Used by the HR field for a long time. Entrepreneurs customize them for their specific organization.
Why: Reduces subjectivity in hiring, performance reviews, and development planning. Gets everyone on the same page.
When: When recruiting, writing job descriptions, performance management, career pathing, etc.
How:
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- Identify critical competencies for success in the role.
- Use them as a consistent lens in your people processes.