Category: Results

Competency: Driving Results

Competency Definition: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.

Abbreviation in Louisiana Jobs: DR - 26


Driving Results

Competency Behaviors: Specific, observable actions demonstrating the competency

Forming


Struggles to demonstrate the competency; needs guidance and practice.
  • Interacts in ways that come across as dismissive or unaware of others’ perspectives
  • Struggles to define or pursue goals; efforts may lack direction or alignment with expected outcomes
  • Struggles to generate momentum; progress stalls and key deadlines are missed
  • Withdraws or becomes discouraged when faced with obstacles; avoids accountability for outcomes
  • Struggles to learn from challenges; avoids feedback

Improving


Shows growth and increasing confidence but not yet consistently independent

Successful


Demonstrates the competency independently and reliably in routine situations
  • Sets realistic goals that align with priorities and intended outcomes
  • Demonstrates persistence and adaptability to maintain progress and meet deadlines
  • Takes ownership of outcomes; addresses problems constructively and remains solution-oriented under pressure
  • Applies feedback and lessons from setbacks to improve future performance and decision-making

Exceeds


Applies the competency independently in challenging or high-impact situations, adding value or insight

Exceptional


Demonstrates subject-matter expertise, serves as a role model, and elevates standards.
  • Sets high-impact goals and aligns efforts to strategic priorities with metrics for success
  • Drives progress through focused execution, milestone tracking, and proactive prioritization of tasks
  • Demonstrates tenacity and full accountability; refines approach continuously to overcome challenges
  • Models a growth mindset; adjusts strategies based on feedback and leads others in learning from setbacks