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9 Characteristics of Top Performers

Find Out What It Takes to Become a "Go-To" Employee

7. Ability to Look at the Big Picture

There’s never a good moment for a popcorn run at an action movie. If the hero-to-be required a lengthy briefing on the impending doom, the concession stand might see a little more action. But somehow, hero man has been gleaning details all along. He's watched evil develop or perhaps absorbed key facts the last time he saved the planet. A finger pointed toward the sky, a quick shrill scream and he’s good to go. 

Point and scream moments are rare in the office, but like our movie hero, the Go-To is innately aware of what’s going on around her. She’s the Go-To because her boss knows she’ll be quick off the block, and will make decisions that are beneficial in the long-term.

 

  • Heather Dugan

    Heather Dugan is a freelance writer/photographer and voice-over/on-camera talent with an international business clientele who specializes in spotlighting the inspiring and often humorous elements of business, family and travel. Her articles … Read more...