Taking the initiative

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You can get aware and capitalize on the following skills
Initiate processes that create value
Take up challenges
Act and work independently to achieve goals, stick to intentions and carry out planned tasks
Following the learning activities which target the above skills will lead to your
gaining of the “Taking the initiative” Badge
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Taking the initiative
When you show initiative, you do things without being told; you find out what you need to know; you keep going when things get tough and you spot and take advantage of opportunities that others pass by. You act, instead of reacting, at home, at school, at work or at an organization you’re involved with.
Taking Initiative has become increasingly important as a skill/competence. Most organizations want employees who can think for themselves and take action without waiting for someone to tell them what to do. 
Taking Initiative means that you’re using your head and that you have the flexibility, drive and determination to achieve things. This is needed to push teams and organizations to innovate and to overcome competition. “Without initiative you will just basically sit back and let the world happen to you as opposed to making the world your oyster.”
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Taking the Leap
Start Small: Taking action doesn't mean you have to do everything at once. Begin with small steps and gradually build momentum. Starting small allows you to learn and adapt as you go, and it reduces the risk of overwhelming yourself.
Take Initiative: Taking action often involves facing challenges and setbacks. Take the initiative and keep going, even when things get tough. Learn from failures and use them as opportunities to improve your approach. Embrace the responsibility to drive your idea forward and turn it into reality.
Embrace Adaptability: Flexibility is key when bringing an idea into reality. Be open to adjusting your plans based on new information, changing circumstances, or feedback. Adaptability allows you to stay agile and responsive to challenges.
Celebrate Progress: Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements, no matter how small. Recognize the effort and dedication you put into making your idea a reality. Celebrating milestones will keep you motivated and focused on the journey.
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The holder of this badge has worked independently and in collaboration with peers at the skill Taking the initiatieve, by initiating processes that create value, which connects with the area Into action (foundation level) of Entrecomp, the European Entrepreneurial Competence framework to improve the entrepreneurial capacity of European citizens and organisations.
﻿﻿Following the learning activities which target the above skills will lead to your gaining of the The initiative and me Badge
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How the holder of this badge worked on these skills can be seen in the evidence in the badge tasks.
Adult educators have assessed the completed tasks.

Tasks

Task no.1

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Step 1: Give your own definition of ‘Taking initiative’ and think about at least 3 reasons why it is important to
take initiative. Show your definition and answers. You will need it later.
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Step 2: Watch the video What is Initiative alone or with some of your friends/colleagues. Compare your
previous definition and answers and give yourself a score of 1-3 to the extent that it matches with what you know after watching the video ( 1= no match at-all, 2= some match 3= great match)
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EntreComp

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Career and job readiness

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Network of Cities and Regions of Learning

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