define('DISALLOW_FILE_MODS', true);{"id":484,"date":"2009-09-15T17:18:25","date_gmt":"2009-09-15T17:18:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.herdioflo.com\/?p=484"},"modified":"2010-10-02T16:31:37","modified_gmt":"2010-10-02T16:31:37","slug":"top-10-traits-written-by-amrop-hever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.herdioflo.com\/?p=484","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Traits &#8211; Written by &#8220;Amrop Hever.&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Excellent verbal and written skills<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoBodyTextIndent\"><span> <\/span>Employers place special emphasis on the ability to communicate clearly to project teammates, corporate leaders, and subordinates.<\/p>\n<h3>Ability to turn theory into practice<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Higher-level thinking is always desirable; however, companies need personnel who can put into practice what they know.<span> <\/span>Results are important.<\/p>\n<h3>Working well in groups<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Companies want team players.<span> <\/span>Most corporations use project teams of professionals often from different areas of expertise.<span> <\/span>Many employers typically want staff members to be able to work well in teams of four to six people.<span> <\/span>This team orientation oftentimes requires knowledge and ability to function with those of different ethnic and\/or social backgrounds.<\/p>\n<h3>Flexibility<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Have you ever heard the phrase, \u201cnothing is more constant than change?\u201d<span> <\/span>Change is constant in most work environments.<span> <\/span>Rapid advances in technology and customer requirements combine to make constant demands on companies and their employees.<span> <\/span>Employees must be able to adapt to and use new structures, programs, and procedures.<span> <\/span>They need to be flexible enough and willing to change as needed.<\/p>\n<h3>Problem solving<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Critical thinking skills coupled with good communications skills are essential for today\u2019s employees.<span> <\/span>They must be able to recognize, define, and solve work-related problems efficiently and effectively.<\/p>\n<h3>Creativity<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Going beyond currently accepted models to find breakthrough solutions is highly valued.<span> <\/span>Realizing that no single answer is best in every circumstance, individuals must have the confidence needed to take risks and try new and different ideas.<\/p>\n<h3>Striking a balance<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Today\u2019s world is full of stresses.<span> <\/span>How we deal with these stresses helps to determine who we are and what we are.<span> <\/span>Those who lead lives balanced with outside recreational and social activities are better-adjusted and more productive workers.<\/p>\n<h3>Time management<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Managing time and meeting schedules are important.<span> <\/span>Competing responsibilities and multiple work tasks can often be challenging.<span> <\/span>Effective employees are those who handle their responsibilities dependably and in an efficient manner.<\/p>\n<h3>Fearlessness<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>Although employers do not want reckless behavior in their employees, they do find that breakthrough successes require professionals who are not afraid of failure.<span> <\/span>Also, employees who do fail must learn from those failures, adapt, and try again.<\/p>\n<h3>Commitment<\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 24pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -24pt;\"><span> <\/span>The ability to be committed and dedicated to corporate or group goals is crucial.<span> <\/span>Loyalty and goal orientation are key traits.<span> <\/span>Employees possessing these traits are seen as cornerstones of the corporation.<span> <\/span>These are the individuals who are responsible for the company\u2019s establishing long-range success.<\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoBodyText\">As you can see, fitting into a company and achieving long-term success takes knowledge and dedication.<span> <\/span>These strategies for job success can result in job security, career development, and ultimate personal satisfaction and fulfillment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Excellent verbal and written skills Employers place special emphasis on the ability to communicate clearly to project teammates, corporate leaders, and subordinates. 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