Traits Of A Model Employee

Traits Of A Model Employee

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i'll be right there, bossMoving up the corporate ladder is often the result of hard work and having what it takes to make it to the top. And just like with any good recipe, you often need some key ingredients. Do you have what it takes to be a model employee?

are you a model?

If you constantly receive positive feedback in your employee evaluations, you likely possess a few of these professional traits already. But since everyone isn't likely to encompass all of them, the goal here is to strengthen the characteristics you do have and work towards achieving the remainder.


You believe in your actions and their outcomes, trust your abilities, and are able to solve problems when needed, usually without being asked. You are a confident person who knows his worth and is able to admit when he's wrong.
How To: Take pride in every task you perform and assume responsibility for it, including any negative feedback.


You are responsible with your time; you value other people's time and don't like to make people wait. You are capable of meeting deadlines and working under time-sensitive conditions.
How To: Arrive at work fifteen minutes early to prepare all your things and get a head start so that you're ready to go when your workday actually begins.


You have a structured schedule and follow a well-timed agenda. You are able to break up tasks, prioritize them and allocate blocks of time for their completion.
How To: A daily to-do list works wonders as it allows you to check off tasks as you complete them.


You constantly propose new projects and take charge as new tasks come your way. You're a leader by nature and like to solve problems.
How To: Keep your eyes open and look for new ways to improve the company. Whether it involves proposing a new approach in order to save money, or learning how to save time by creating spreadsheets, the higher-ups will definitely take notice.

Team Player

You have sharp social skills and tend to feed off your peers for advice and an alternate point of view. You are also keen on giving credit where credit is due, and patting your peers on the back for a job well done.
How To: Ask your peers for feedback before presenting any major project to your supervisor.

Understanding The Company

You see the big picture and know the key players and their roles within your corporation. You are in tune with the mission statement of the company and its corporate structure.
How To: Ask your boss to see the organizational chart of the company to further understand where everybody stands in the chain of command.

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