I was asked the question by a group of graduates I was working with recently. According to a comprehensive research study by careers expert John Lees these are the key characteristics in rank order.
1. Being self aware
2. Being more aware of the needs of the organisation
3. Displaying the right behaviours and attitudes
4. Influencing key people in the organisation
5. Pushing the boundaries of your job
6. Having the right skills and know how
7. Working hard
8. Being in the right place at the right time.
All of my experiences totally backs this up. It is worth considering if you were to improve just one of these which one would it be and what action would you take?
Remember “Luck occurs when preparation meets opportunity”
