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Workplace observations can be used to evaluate employees, and managers can record the skills of the people under their supervision.

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We are paid because of the competencies we have. We are hired because we have certain skills. The more competencies we have, the better we are placed to gain. The better competencies we have, the better we are paid. Take a pen and paper. Write down your competencies. Write at least 20 skills that you have. Now can you provide evidence to show that you have the said dexterities? Are they basic skills or highly advanced skills?

Competency is the quality or state of having sufficient knowledge, judgment, skill, or strength. The neighbours to the concept of competency consist of ability, proficiency, capacity, and capability.

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