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Competencies 101

A competency is a combination of skills, knowledge, and behaviors essential for performing a job effectively. Competencies are measurable and observable because they’re defined by skills and behaviors that can be evaluated through performance assessments. For example, for a project manager role, leadership competency could be assessed by evaluating how effectively you delegate tasks.

Employers use competencies to shape job descriptions, testing, and hiring criteria. This approach helps them identify candidates who possess the skills and abilities needed for a role, making hiring decisions more objective and better aligned to the job.

Benefits of a Competency-Based Approach

Better Content: By aligning your skills with key competencies, you can focus your application materials on roles where you are most likely to succeed and be satisfied.

Stronger Performances: Practicing competency-based responses prepares you to effectively communicate your strengths and abilities in interviews, leading to higher chances of job offers.

Clearer Career Pathways: Understanding your competencies helps you identify areas for growth, making it easier to plan your career trajectory and pursue roles that match your skills.

Our Services

Resume Development. Customized content that aligns your abilities to the job's key competencies.

• Personalized 30-minute strategy session to clarify your goals, experiences, and skills.

• Targeted resume writing tailored to a specific job description.

• Up to two rounds of revisions.

• $150

Interview Preparation. Customized 90-minute session that hones your interview answers and behaviors.

• Personalized coaching that develops answers to competency-focused behavioral questions.

• Practice answers in a simulated interview setting.

• Detailed feedback that refines key responses.

• $125