04 Apr 2018
BY: Team Mentriq
counsellor / Individual / MENTAL HEALTH
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In a recent study of more than 500 business leaders to find out what sets great employees apart. The researchers were curious about what makes some people more successful at work than others. Leaders chose “Personality” maximum number of times.
78% of the leaders said personality sets exceptional employees apart, whereas 58% chose the option of cultural fit and, 39% leaders gave importance to employee skills
The problem with the research is that the leaders have not understood the meaning of “ personality”. Personality consists of more or less stable sets of preferences and patterns through which we deal the world. Hence, Personality starts forming from early childhood and is fixed by the time of adulthood.
Personality is also distinct from IQ and EQ. The leaders have misinterpreted it here. What leaders generally referred to are EQ skills, which is not as rigid as personality.
EQ skills can be learned, practised and put to use by everyone to reach a more productive position in life and derive maximum satisfaction.
Here are some of the skills that set exceptional employees apart:
They delay gratification
They do not do work to get rewards; So, do not expect reward or recognition to come before the work is complete. They do their best work without expectations and are not concerned if not recognized for their work. Exceptional employees do not have feelings of intimidation or entitlement.
They tolerate conflict well
These people do not engage in any kind of conflicts, however, if it does occur they face it logically and calmly.
Keep focus
Exceptional employees focus on what is important. These employees know the difference between real problems and background noise and hence focus on what matters most.
They are courageous
These people are courageous enough to speak their mind when others are not whether it’s a simple question or an important strategic decision. However, they balance it with common sense and right timing. They think before they speak.
Have control over their ego
They do not give more importance to their ego than what is required. These people candidly admit their mistakes and are ready to do things according to someone else’s way.
They keep growing
Exceptional employees keep growing and improving no matter how well the things maybe at present.
They recognize when things break and fix them
These exceptional employees see problems immediately and try to fix them. They do not walk by the problems.
They take responsibility’
These people own the results of their decision whether they are good or bad.
They can be marketed
People like these people inside as well as outside the Organisation. Hence, they can carry the brand image of the company well. They have integrity and leadership skills.
They are good at neutralizing toxicity
Even in the worst situations, these people can approach rationally. They consider even the difficult person’s opinion and find a common ground.