{"id":6923,"date":"2022-01-11T21:00:35","date_gmt":"2022-01-11T21:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.talogy.com\/?post_type=knowledge_hub&#038;p=6923"},"modified":"2026-07-29T15:25:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T15:25:11","slug":"competency-behavior","status":"publish","type":"knowledge_hub","link":"https:\/\/talogy.com\/en\/knowledge-hub\/competency-behavior\/","title":{"rendered":"Competency and behavior"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull hero-variation-four has-white-breadcrumbs has-talogy-green-purple-gradient-background has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a609642e wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-cb0a7ccb wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8142d6ba wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\"><div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/talogy.com\/en\/\">Home<\/a><\/span> \/ <span><a href=\"https:\/\/talogy.com\/en\/knowledge-hub\/\">Explore the latest talent topics<\/a><\/span> \/ <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\"><strong>Competency and behavior<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-xxxl-font-size wp-elements-34d1ddd1132a63b21d4403a19ded3f89\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:800\">Competency and behavior<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-s-font-size wp-elements-5d0ebbceb0330dee6352d31c7f8f9880 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.5\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#form\">Connect with an expert<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding wp-container-core-group-is-layout-537cecd9\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns two-keyline-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-cb0a7ccb wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-border-color has-primary-500-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-ef36ea6d wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-s-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jump to section:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#what-are-competencies\">What are competencies?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-the-difference-between-competency,-behavior,-and-skill\">What is the difference between competency, behavior, and skill?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#what-are-examples-of-competencies\">What are examples of competencies?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-are-competencies-used\">How are competencies used?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#why-are-competencies-used\">Why are competencies used?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-are-competencies-measured\">How are competencies measured?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#use-the-P.A.P.I.-personality-test-to-evaluate-candidate-competencies\">Use the P.A.P.I. personality test to evaluate candidate competencies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#what-are-the-competencies-of-the-future\">What are the competencies of the future?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-many-competencies-should-an-organization-use\">How many competencies should an organization use?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignwide video-content is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-cb0a7ccb wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xxl-font-size\" id=\"what-are-competencies\">What are competencies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A competency comprises a set of specific, related characteristics and behaviors that are relevant to successful job performance. Characteristics that include underlying attributes of individuals, for example their personality, abilities, motivations, values, and skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Competency and competence are often mistakenly used interchangeably. Competence refers to the \u2018what\u2019; that is, the standards of performance and outputs required to demonstrate competence in the workplace. Saying that individuals are competent at something therefore implies they meet pre-defined performance standards. Competency, on the other hand, refers to the \u2018how\u2019; that is, the behaviors needed to bring about success. What is it the person does that results in effective performance?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<script data-ot-ignore src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/player.js\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/njlulvw7jf.js\" async type=\"module\"><\/script><style>wistia-player[media-id='njlulvw7jf']:not(:defined) { background: center \/ contain no-repeat url('https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/njlulvw7jf\/swatch'); display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:56.25%; }<\/style> <wistia-player media-id=\"njlulvw7jf\" aspect=\"1.7777777777777777\"><\/wistia-player>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-competency,-behavior,-and-skill\">What is the difference between competency, behavior, and skill?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Behavior describes the way a person acts, irrespective of whether it is linked to effective performance at work. Competency on the other hand refers to behaviors that are linked to successful job performance. Both behavior and competency are influenced by an individual\u2019s underlying characteristics (e.g., their personality, talents, abilities, motivations, values, and skills).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While competency refers to sets of behaviors that are related to effective performance at work, skill refers to the ability to perform a task or action well. They may underpin competent behavior, but unlike competencies, they exist regardless of whether or not they lead to effective work performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/info.talogy.com\/en-us\/continuing-importance-of-competencies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download our whitepaper on the importance of competencies<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull tal-image-icon-list is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding\" style=\"padding-top:4.5rem;padding-bottom:4.5rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-05b73d2b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-constrained wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding wp-container-core-column-is-layout-afa6cd6c\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f41a3fee\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xxl-font-size\" id=\"what-are-examples-of-competencies\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);line-height:1.2\">What are examples of competencies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-s-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.5\">Organizations will have their own behavior competency frameworks or models as well as their own approach for how competencies are defined. Some examples of competencies frequently used by organizations include:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f41a3fee\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/talogy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/interior-vertical-group-looking-at-sticky-notes.webp\" alt=\"group of people looking at sticky notes\" class=\"wp-image-105085 has-dominant-color\" style=\"border-radius:16px\"\/ data-dominant-color=\"#9e7997\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-constrained wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f75afd5d\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group icon-w-content-list is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-nowrap wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5b5bbc16\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a78376b0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-s-font-size\">Teamwork<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xs-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Proactively shares useful information with others and cooperates effectively in the pursuit of common goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group icon-w-content-list is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-nowrap wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5b5bbc16\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a78376b0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-s-font-size\">Customer focus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xs-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Actively seeks to understand customer needs, appreciates the customer perspective, and strives to provide a positive customer experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group icon-w-content-list is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-nowrap wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5b5bbc16\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a78376b0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-s-font-size\">Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xs-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Communicates information in a clear and concise manner, tailors the message and approach to the purpose, context and audience, and checks understanding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group icon-w-content-list is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-nowrap wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5b5bbc16\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-global-padding wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a78376b0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-s-font-size\">Coaching &amp; Developing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xs-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Shares experience, provides constructive feedback, and encourages reflection to maximize performance and realize potential.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group icon-w-content-list is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-s-font-size\">Prioritizing &amp; Planning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xs-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Identifies priorities, creates plans, and organizes processes and resources to accomplish goals in a logical and efficient way.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group icon-w-content-list is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-s-font-size\">Drive for results<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-xs-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Demonstrates determination, persistence, and focus on producing exceptional results.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-are-competencies-used\">How are competencies used?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Competencies are generally used as the foundation for talent management programs and are generally defined\/organized in terms of a framework or model. The <a href=\"\/en\/blog\/5-tips-for-implementing-competency-models\/\">competency model<\/a> or framework defines what success looks like for a job, level, role, or organization. Competency models can be used as a basis for the recruitment of job candidates, selection of top-quality employees, development of existing employees, and ongoing performance management. They also provide a useful guide for employees themselves in terms of their understanding of their role and what is required of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-are-competencies-used\">Why are competencies used?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Competencies clarify what success looks like across the roles and functions in an organization. They provide a common language that can be used across the talent management cycle including the recruitment and selection of new employees, development of existing employees, and performance management. Using competencies throughout the talent management cycle helps ensure the consistency and fairness of all talent management initiatives. It also helps to ensure effective performance by selecting for and\/or developing the competencies important for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-are-competencies-measured\">How are competencies measured?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common methods of measuring competencies include assessments (e.g., <a href=\"\/en\/talent-management-solutions\/assessments\/papi-personality-questionnaire\/\">personality inventories<\/a>, <a href=\"\/en\/talent-management-solutions\/assessments\/360-feedback-assessment\/\">360 degree surveys<\/a>), <a href=\"\/en\/talent-management-solutions\/assessments\/360-feedback-assessment\/\">competency-based questionnaires or interviews<\/a>, and\/or assessment centers (including exercises like role plays, group discussions, presentations, and case studies). All the above methods can be used as part of a recruitment, selection, or development process with the best method dependent upon the competency to be measured and the purpose of the assessment (e.g., selection versus development).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover cta-purple-banner\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:16px;border-top-right-radius:16px;border-bottom-left-radius:16px;border-bottom-right-radius:16px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-130\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/talogy.com\/wp-content\/themes\/talogy_v2\/assets\/images\/patterns\/cta-placeholder.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-500-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-e1d0376c wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"use-the-P.A.P.I.-personality-test-to-evaluate-candidate-competencies\">Use the P.A.P.I. personality test to evaluate candidate competencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Learn how to evaluate candidate competencies and accurately measure behavioral traits using the Personality and Preference Inventory (P.A.P.I.) personality test designed to help you gain a deeper understanding about what drives people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex is-content-justification-center wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-c0bc9f7e\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-white-primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/talent-management-solutions\/assessments\/papi-personality-questionnaire\/\" style=\"border-radius:8px\"><strong>D<\/strong>iscover P.A.P.I.<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f75afd5d\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"what-are-the-competencies-of-the-future\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">What are the competencies of the future?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">New technologies, a focus on <a href=\"\/en\/knowledge-hub\/diversity-inclusion\/\">diversity, equity, and inclusion<\/a>, and the rise in home or hybrid working have changed the world of work. With this comes a shift in what are considered the key competencies for success. Research suggests that the top competencies for the next decade will be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-c0bc9f7e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/info.talogy.com\/en-us\/develop-remote-work-future-ready-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to develop future-ready skills for remote working<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-cb0a7ccb wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical is-content-justification-center wp-container-core-group-is-layout-596b8118\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Critical thinking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Gathers and appraises information from a range of sources, identifies relevant from irrelevant information, and actively and objectively questions ideas, conclusions, and assumptions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical is-content-justification-center wp-container-core-group-is-layout-596b8118\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Learning agility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Critically evaluates experiences, learns quickly from outcomes and feedback, and applies this learning in new situations to determine better approaches.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical is-content-justification-center wp-container-core-group-is-layout-596b8118\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Digital dexterity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Rapidly adopts new technologies, either through adeptly grasping their usage (where needed) or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-cb0a7ccb wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical is-content-justification-center wp-container-core-group-is-layout-596b8118\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Building relationships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Connects easily with others, gains trust quickly, and builds and maintains effective relationships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical is-content-justification-center wp-container-core-group-is-layout-596b8118\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Embracing diversity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Respects and appreciates individual differences, cultures, lifestyles, and traditions; actively includes diverse individuals and perspectives and treats people fairly, regardless of background.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flex wp-block-group-is-layout-flex is-vertical is-content-justification-center wp-container-core-group-is-layout-596b8118\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Resilience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Bounces back from setbacks, disappointments, and criticism.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-cb0a7ccb wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Change orientation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center aligncenter wp-block-paragraph\">Maintains a positive attitude toward change and appreciates the opportunities that change presents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-many-competencies-should-an-organization-use\">How many competencies should an organization use?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Competency libraries can contain upwards of 50 different competencies. However, when operationalized in an organization\u2019s competency behavior framework, a useful number to aspire to is 6-10 competencies per job, role, level, or company. 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