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Worker Role Map

Effective workers adapt to change and actively participate in meeting the demands of a changing workplace in a changing world.

BROAD AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Do the Work Workers use personal and organizational resources to perform their work and adapt to changing work demands	Work With Others Workers interact one-on-one and participate as members of a team to meet job requirements	Work Within the Big Picture Workers recognize that formal and informal expectations shape options in their work lives and often influence their level of success	Plan and Direct Personal and Professional Growth Workers prepare themselves for the changing demands of the economy through personal renewal and growth
Key Activities
Organize, plan, and prioritize work Use technology, resources, and other work tools to put ideas and work directions into action Respond to and meet new work challenges Take responsibility for assuring work quality, safety, and results	Communicate with others inside and outside the organization Give assistance, motivation, and direction Seek and receive assistance, motivation, and direction Value people different from yourself	Work within organizational norms Respect organzational goals, performance, and structure to guide work activities Balance individual roles and needs with those of the organization Guide individual and organizational priorities based on industry trends, labor laws/contracts, and competitive practices	Balance and support work, career, and personal needs Pursue work activities that provide personal satisfaction and meaning Plan, renew, and pursue personal and career goals Learn new skills