As employers advertise for job opportunities in their companies, they expect to get an intelligent, and disciplined employee, however, some pretend to be good to get the chances, after getting the positions they end up changing their characters.
Tim Denning an entrepreneur and sales professional highlights 16 Signs of a Highly Intelligent Employee in an organization. He explains that intelligence is not just about being good at your job, but also about being self-aware, empathetic, and open-minded. “Unless one unleashes their best self, the highest level performance will remain out of reach.”
These qualities can help you to be successful in both your personal and professional life, and can make you a valuable asset to any team or organization. Additionally, the list suggests that intelligent employees are willing to take risks, challenge the status quo, and continuously learn and grow, which are all important traits for success in the modern workplace.
Here are the 16 signs an intelligent employee’s possess, however some lament that despite having this signs and practicing them, the selfish, inconsiderate, aggressive and political get all the benefits.
- They cheat on their job with a side hustle.
2. They treat everybody equal (including the cleaner).
3. They rebel against micromanagement and dictator leaders.
4. They know when to say no to a meeting.
5. They help others advance in their career.
6. They don’t respond to most emails. -
7. They stay away from gossip and corporate politics.
8. They create passive income so if they get fired it matters less.
9. They try entrepreneurship at least once to see what it feels like.
10. They’re fine to be the dumbest person in the room.
11. They ruthlessly protect their time.
12. They focus on outcomes not KPIs.
13. They’re wildly open to new ideas.
14. They create stuff people want.
15. They learn without being told.
16. They’re humble.