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Factor II: Results
Cluster D: Taking initiative
Competency 2: Action oriented
2. Action oriented

Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency,
high energy, and enthusiasm.

In our fast-moving world, opportunities can pass by in a flash. Blink and a chance is missed.
Organizations depend on great ideas to keep them ahead of the pack, but without implementation, they’re
just good ideas. Thoughts, initiatives, plans, designs, strategies—all critically important, but none of them
will make a difference without execution. And that’s where action oriented people come in. They make
things happen. Ideas become plans. Plans become reality. They get things moving. When things get
tough, they rise to the occasion and switch to solution focus. They quickly move from “Why did this
happen?” to “How can this work?” And they inspire others to do the same. So don’t just think it, do it.
Take some risks. Seize opportunities. Drive things forward.

“Vision is not enough.
It must be combined with venture.
It is not enough to stare up the steps;
we must also step up the stairs.”

Vaclav Havel – Czech politician and writer

Action oriented is in the Results factor (II) in the Korn Ferry Leadership Architect™. It is part of
Cluster D, Taking initiative, along with Resourcefulness (27). You may find it helpful to also take
a look at some of the tips included in that chapter to supplement your learning.

Skilled

Readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary planning.
Identifies and seizes new opportunities.
Displays a can-do attitude in good and bad times.
Steps up to handle tough issues.

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