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Indigo Assessment

Vikas Mor (2216507)

University Canada West

HRMT 622: Talent Management (HBD-WINTER24-30)

Prof. Shweta Jaiswal Thakur

February 04, 2024

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Introduction

This research gives the insight into my strengths, weaknesses, communication style,

skills, and motivations for my successful career path. This report consists of three parts. In

Part A, I will discuss my DISC approach, my top skills, driving forces, and motivations on

the research report. In Part B, I'll go over the traits that are affecting my career now and, in

the future, how to develop and maintain my core traits that are important to my successful

career. Part C includes a plan to improve those symptoms that need to be planned for and

followed up. I have made a short conclusion of all three sections at the end of the report.

Part 1: Self Analysis

DISC Style

My DISC analysis revealed an interesting balance of information. The distributions

are as follows: D = 59, I = 48, S = 70, and C = 34. This combination indicates that I have the

characteristics of all four DISC strategies, which means that I can change my behaviour

substantially. My DISC style is high on D & S. It is said that high D people are clear, unafraid

and generally want to get to the point. They are considered results-driven and competitive.

Also, in my DISC style, a high S indicates soft, and the patience to speak calmly. I like to be

consistent in my work and have a clear direction. I agree with the results of the survey

because it is like reading a book about myself (Myers & Myers, 2010).

Top skills
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My aptitude is distinguished by several incredible abilities, each of which enhances

the rich tapestry of capabilities. My ability to learn continuously is the most important of

these because it allows me to learn new things that interest me deeply. My next most

important skill is decision-making, which helps me achieve my desired goals through positive

analysis of situations and circumstances I am facing. The next skill I personally think is in my

personality is creativity and innovation. Creativity is the ability to come up with new,

creative, and valuable ideas (Boden 2004). The next most important skill I have is the

planned and organized skill. I pride myself on taking care of everything and doing the job in a

well-planned way that brings great accuracy and excellence in all my endeavours. Ultimately,

as mentioned, conceptual reasoning is a skill that enables us to understand complex ideas and

find solutions to problems.

Driving Forces and Motivators

As I reflect on my core motivations, I recognize that my actions and decisions are

deeply influenced by four primary drivers: altruism, collaboration, harmony, and selflessness.

My altruistic tendencies push me to prioritize the needs of others above my own, driving me

to act with compassion and empathy. Discussion is central to my approach; I believe that

collaborative efforts and teamwork are important in overcoming challenges and achieving

shared goals. I strive for harmony in all aspects of my life and seek a balanced and peaceful

coexistence of respect and understanding.

Awareness and Personal Growth

My DISC assessment of understanding and discovering my higher skills has been a

very enlightening experience and a clear understanding of my natural tendencies and abilities.

The balance of being decisive and firm driven by a combination of excellent D & S qualities

clearly establishes my ability to lead while maintaining order and determination in my

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interactions emphasize. This knowledge encouraged me to intentionally apply these qualities

more in both personal and professional situations, ensuring that I can adapt my approach to

better cope with challenges.

Moving forward, my goal is to refine my decision-making process, develop a broader

perspective and deeper empathy, especially in difficult situations where my actions have a

significant impact on others. In addition, I see an opportunity to further develop my creativity

and innovation. While creativity is a strength, I believe there is always room for improvement

to find innovative solutions to emerging challenges. I also intend to improve my

organizational skills with the goal of being more efficient and consistent in my projects.

Finally, my understanding of the power of motivation reaffirmed me to encourage

cooperation, partnership and selflessness. I plan to explore and create opportunities that allow

for more significant contributions to community and team related projects, increasing my

ability to inspire and support those around me. This journey of self-discovery not only

highlighted my strengths but also highlighted areas for further development and set a path for

personal and professional growth with my life and aspirations. Thus, it is important to

recognize that self-awareness plays an important role in a person’s behaviour and

communication at work (Tophat Textbook).

Strengths & Weaknesses

Based on the survey results, the two strongest aspects of my personality are my ability

to adapt and please others, a goal-oriented approach to helping others and my natural talent

for a harmonious situation, and I identify with this very well. This strength not only makes

me a valuable team member but gives me the ability to initiate and encourage the

development of others, ensuring that collective goals are met with enthusiasm and dedication.
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On the other hand, two factors seen as possible weaknesses are my tendency to take

criticism of my work as a personal insult, and my difficulty in setting priorities, which can be

challenging in managing the deadlines. These weaknesses highlight areas where I can focus

on personal development. Understanding feedback as a tool for improvement rather than

personal attack will help me to be more receptive to constructive criticism. Additionally,

improving my skills in prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively will reduce the risks

associated with making anything a priority and the resulting stress of doing things on time.

Identifying these strengths and weaknesses provides a clear road map for personal and

professional development. By using my natural talent for collaboration and focusing on goals,

I can continue to make a significant contribution to the team’s growth and project outcomes.

At the same time, seeing criticism as an opportunity to grow and work on improving my

prioritization skills will build my resilience and effectiveness and ensure I'm well-prepared to

meet challenges and maintain a productive, balanced approach to my responsibilities and

relationships.

Examples of Skills, motivators and driving forces from past professional experience

Reflecting on my role as a Customer Sales and Support Officer in banking sector, I

can clearly point out how my core strengths, skills and driving forces have been an important

part of my career journey, especially when it comes to accepting and pleasing others and

focusing on goals about helping others.

In my previous position, I was often the first point of contact for clients, a role that

was important to me in creating natural harmony and understanding the environment. Using

my strengths of persuasion and an objective approach, I calmly explained the bank's policies,

empathised with their situation, and gave him step-by-step instructions on how to avoid fees
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in future. This not only solved the problem but also strengthened the trust of the customers in

the bank. This experience highlights my ability to use my interpersonal skills.

Part 2:

Impacts of Traits

Given my experience as a customer service officer at the bank, my core attributes of

collaboration, professionalism, sharing and selflessness were important elements in my role

This position required a high level of customer interaction. They noted that questions and

problems were handled well, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty and the

importance of achieving a level playing field to maintain the positive energy of the teams,

enabling us to work together to achieve our goals and improve the overall customer

experience. Additionally, adequate knowledge of team members and skills is needed to

manage their talents in the workplace (Meyers, Woerkom, Paauwe & Dries, 2020)

Keys to Success

Looking forward to my career Empathy, teamwork, and a commitment to creating a

balanced and cohesive work environment can be key to success, especially in roles that

require extensive client interaction and with team members is one of these.

Traits to work upon

To regulate and improve my weaker traits, I will set specific, measurable goals for

personal and professional growth. This includes receiving mentoring and coaching to enhance

my leadership and organizational skills, as well as attending seminars and training sessions

focused on effective communication and advocacy. By working diligently in these areas, I

aim to not only improve my career but align my personal growth with my career aspirations

and contribute to my team and my organization well.

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Part 3: Action plan

To address areas for improvement—increasing my response to criticism and

improving project prioritization—I defined a focused action plan. First, I will start thoughtful

journaling to write and reflect on the feedback, with the aim of shifting my mindset to view

criticism as an opportunity to grow. I plan to actively seek constructive feedback from

supervisors and peers, set a goal of participating in this exercise weekly, and spend time

reflecting and gaining practical insights. Getting feedback is critical because mentoring

programs are critical to managing talent and employees in new ways; He is a mentor who can

promote sustainable development and promote inclusion, diversity and equity in a team

(Gannon, Clayton & Klenert, 2021).

To prioritize projects, I will be signing up for a time management workshop. Set up

weekly planning to map out priorities and deadlines for the coming week, ensuring a strategic

approach to my work.

I will also seek out a mentor within my organization who excels in these areas for

guidance and support. Additionally, joining the professional community will help me gain a

broader perspective and strategies for growth.

To support my emotional well-being and resilience, I will incorporate mindfulness

into my daily routine and commit to exercising regularly. This holistic approach, which

integrates professional development and personal well-being, has been monitored through bi-

monthly self-assessments to adjust as necessary for continuous growth and development.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this action plan is a strategic way for me to improve my prioritization

skills by reducing my ability to effectively handle criticism. By engaging in practices such as

reflection journals, information searching, and effective time management techniques, I aim
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to foster a growth mindset and improve my increasing performance. Engaging in mindfulness

and exercise will further support my emotional well-being and resilience. This

comprehensive program not only meets my current challenges but also aligns with my career

aspirations, laying the foundation for further growth and success in my entrepreneurial

journey.
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