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tolerance for ambiguity  

Definition

  • Tolerance for ambiguity can be defined as the degree to which an individual is comfortable with uncertainty, unpredictability, conflicting directions, and multiple demands. In essence, tolerance for ambiguity is manifest in a person's ability to operate effectively in an uncertain environment. [Source: Encyclopedia of Career Development; Tolerance for Ambiguity]

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