Competence
Belief in one's own self-efficacy and capability. Competence is one of six facets of conscientiousness in the Big Five personality model. The trait describes a broad tendency; facets show how it plays out in everyday behaviour.
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High vs low competence
High competence
Typical behaviours
- 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 behaviours
- 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 facets of conscientiousness
How conscientious are you?
The personality test scores you on all five Big Five traits, including conscientiousness.
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