-Key Attributes of a Successful Professional-
Have you ever analysed why some people in your organization and professional circle achieve big and make a mark while many do not get same level of success? What set of personality traits and behavioral attributes these individuals had which made them more relevant in the organizations.
So, which are these personal attributes that contribute to a great professional success. Here I share my list of attributes and traits based on experience and observations during 2 decades of my professional life.
The first common trait I found was COURAGE, surely it does not mean irrational heroism. Courage as I think is the ability to go against the tide, not always taking the least resistance path and also stand unnerved in the most trying times. The courage factor is also reflected in the behavior like - Speaking Your Mind and Taking the Decisions that had elements of Risks, obviously with trade off analysis.
The 2nd most important attribute is the Strong Communication Skills. I always found that the honesty of purpose and genuine emotions were the integral ingredients of the pitch and the dictum. The other very important aspect was related to mannerism that sincerely cares for the Listener. Finally, the unique feature in many cases was a good understanding of “Language of Silence” and “Power of Listening”.
Perseverance and Can-do Mindset- These qualities, probably, were the most common among the successful lot. There is kind of never-ending infectious energy which drives the actions and thoughts towards the goal. Always Working to Win and Succeed, not just register the attendance. Many times, the success is achieved just by staying in the field and holding the fort with all your energy and hope. Even if they fail, it was a graceful loss, but the important part was to restart the journey with the same Winner mindset.
Love My Job - As the very famous quote say “If You Love Your Job, you will never need to Work”. Absolutely the golden truth of our life, truer in the professional world. The lot in our analysis demonstrated in abundance this particular attribute. In-fact there is definite contribution of this personality trait towards their perseverance and professional efficiency.
Last but not the least these were the most Authentic and Genuine individuals. These traits help in building and winning trust among colleagues and customers which is a key to any successful relationship. Their words and actions were valued and seen without any suspicion. Infact this attribute opens more avenues and business prospects as there is a definite comfort working with such Genuine and Authentic people.
There can not be an absolute list of attributes which make a person successful in professional life. I am sure you all have your own list based on your experience, may be some commonalities with my analysis. Would love to hear your comments and feedback.
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I think loving your job is the most difficult thing as it is an emotion while others are in built attributes that a person have. Which means with time, these attributes will increase but ones love for their job may fade away.
ReplyDeleteAppreciate your view, at the same time please note that your preference can change throughout your professional journey. This is absolutely normal as your understanding, exposure, self awareness evolve and also there is a influence of colleagues, manager, culture and so on. The “Love Your Job” attribute is outcome your conscious assessment and decision about the choice you make.
DeleteAbsolutely correct! Very well written and explained, with the young generation moving towards the professional line, blogs like these always help and inspire to be a better employee.
ReplyDeleteThanks Krati..
DeleteFully agree, if we are consistent in our efforts and put the best we have and actually like what we do and find satisfaction in what we do then we are setting ourselves for success. A never die attitude is a must to succeed in any corporate world. We must be consistent in our efforts and clear in our communication and good at managing all stakeholders whic will make the journey so much fruitful
ReplyDeletethanks Sunil for your views. Many times the question arises whether these are natural inborn traits or can be developed/ acquired. I strongly believe that these attributes van be developed through a conscious efforts, mentoring and exposure, though there is no denial that we all are born unique and do possess a certain set of attributes, attitudes and preferences which can make the evolution easy or difficult, as the case may be.
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