(Attainments are levels of growth along a path of development.)
Level 5 – Empathy
It is about feelings, caring, bonding, insight and shared outcomes.
Level 4 – Collaborate
Our intent changes; actions are towards solutions.
Level 3 – Listen
Skills are now involved; this is where we hear them and start to understand their position, although we can still be judgmental about their behavior.
Level 2 – Handle
Thinking is involved; we still may be dismissing them and their input.
Level 1 – Confront
A reactionary approach; we do what they do.
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