What about work ethic?
Does self-assessment inculcate a good work ethic, so we can develop tenacity, keep our energy and motivation up, and know when to take a break?
Once again I believe that it actually models those very traits that we desire.
All of us have different levels of energy at different times, different skillsets, and different likes and dislikes.
Self-assessment, over time, gives us the confidence to be critical, self-aware and reflective about what we do, how we do it, our effect on others, and their long term effect on us.
Commitment to self-assessment needs to be intentional on the part of the organisation and its leadership. That is, the organisation needs to be pro-active about it.
My personal belief is that perseverance, hard work and effort has far more long term benefits than brilliant insight, outstanding talent or cleverness – so that is probably what I feel needs to be affirmed most.
But perhaps I am letting my own bias interfere a little here!