“Know thyself! From this Socratic precept engraved on the pediment of the temple at Delphi, we learn that self-knowledge is the basis of wisdom.
Individual and collective self-awareness as a catalyst for learning and development
Being proactive means anticipating situations and initiating actions without waiting for instructions. For example, a proactive person might take the initiative to adapt promotional materials to a change in the potential client’s situation or environment.
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