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He is also the founder of Lottie, a marketplace that helps individuals looking for later life care by finding them the best care home or retirement home.
Guest Author: Chris Donnelly
Stop trying to hire the smartest people.
Hire people who have these 9 traits instead:
Too many businesses put too much emphasis on:
– Qualifications
– Experience
– High IQ
And focus less on the intangibles.
The traits that you can’t teach to people.
Here are 9 rare traits in every High Performer
After hiring 500+ people:
1. Gets Sh#t Done
↳ The ability to persist through any challenge.
↳ Is known for completing things fast.
↳ Super trustworthy with tasks.
2. Self-Awareness
↳ Are aware of their strengths and weaknesses.
↳ Knows how to improve their weaknesses.
↳ Will understand how long it takes to complete work.
3. Shows Empathy
↳ Treats everyone with respect.
↳ Will go into conversations with full empathy.
↳ Understands the struggles of others.
4. Strong Communicator
↳ Can communicate ideas & concepts very well.
↳ Can communicate with all types of people.
↳ Communicates clearly and at speed.
5. Great At Simplifying
↳ Great at breaking complex things down into simple ways.
↳ Keeps things short and simple.
↳ Understands difficult topics very well.
6. Control Over Emotions
↳ Can handle stress very well.
↳ Never let emotions affect decisions.
↳ Knows when to take a step back.
7. Speaks Up
↳ Doesn’t just accept things.
↳ Wants to see positive change.
↳ Will speak up for colleagues.
8. Manages Time Well
↳ Is self-organised & self-managing.
↳ Will provide updates clearly.
↳ Is on top of all tasks.
9. Enjoys Being Wrong
↳ Will embrace different viewpoints.
↳ Will own their mistakes.
↳ Has a growth mindset.
Yes, qualifications may get you through the door…
But showing these traits will truly help you excel.
Which is the most important trait for you?
Let me know in the comments below ⬇️
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