Characteristics of a Grounded Theorist

These are the requisite skills for becoming a grounded theorist:

1. The ability to step back and critically analyze situations.
2. The ability to recognize the tendency towards bias.
3. The ability to think abstractly.
4. The ability to be fleible and open to helpful criticism.
5. Sensitivity to the words and actions of respondents.
6. A sense of absorption and devotion to the work process.

Let's pray that the Lord will preserve me in these ways! May the Lord bless the job in His hand!


Reference: Basics of Qualitative Research. 2nd. Ed. Strauss&Corbin. Basic Considerations, Introduction