Competence is one of six facets that make up Conscientiousness in the Big Five personality model. While the overall trait captures a broad tendency, facets provide more specific insight into how that tendency manifests in behavior.
High Competence
Typical Behaviors
- Confident in abilities
- Feels capable
- Self-assured
Real-World Examples
- •Confident professionals who take on challenging projects
- •Self-assured leaders who trust their judgment
- •Individuals who recover quickly from setbacks
Low Competence
Typical Behaviors
- Self-doubting
- Feels unprepared
- Lacks confidence
Real-World Examples
- •People who frequently doubt their abilities
- •Those who avoid challenges due to fear of failure
- •Individuals who seek constant reassurance
OTHER CONSCIENTIOUSNESS FACETS
Parent Trait
Conscientiousness
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