PSYCHOLOGICAL READINESS FOR PARTNERSHIP IN THE CONTEXT OF AGILE COMPETENCIES

Abstract

The article presents a conceptual analysis of psychological readiness for partnership in the context of Agile competencies as a key factor in effective social and professional interaction. An integrated model is proposed, describing six consecutive stages of readiness development: recognizing the importance of partnership, accepting it as a personal value, forming emotional and volitional readiness, active participation in partnership practices, reflection and improvement, and integration into professional culture. Each stage is examined through the lens of corresponding Agile competencies (self-organization, openness, reflexivity, adaptability, team responsibility, flexible leadership) and individual psychological characteristics (emotional intelligence, trust, autonomy). The proposed model emphasizes the step-by-step development of motivational, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral components that ensure the resilience of partnership interactions in dynamic conditions. Special attention is given to the conditions for implementing the model in a community context, where facilitation, training, support, and reflective platforms play a key role in fostering a culture of cooperation. Potential opportunities for integrating the model into professional training programs for local government representatives and social service providers are outlined. The article also highlights prospects for further research, including empirical testing of the model, the development of diagnostic tools for assessing psychological readiness for partnership, and the creation of training programs tailored to the needs of local communities. The proposed approach provides a foundation for implementing the Agile philosophy as a value-based framework for the sustainable development of partnership relations.