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■ You grab credit for yourself.
■ You don’t listen to others’ points of view or are arrogant.
■ You can’t make a decision.
■ You partake in stupid office politics.
■ And you ignore the advice laid out in this book.

What Does Being Good at Your Job Mean?

What Does It Look Like?

If you choose to be good at your job (because it is your choice), you

■ Are successful in one of the big areas.
■ Think and operate at levels above those expected.
■ View the playing field of corporate interests at 100,000 feet.
■ Are a strong, inclusive team player.
■ Eliminate waste and add value.
■ Have a comfort zone interacting at all levels and with all types.
■ Are extraordinarily responsive.
■ Maintain a positive, energetic, and enthusiastic attitude.
■ Have the ability to cut through complex issues; you are good at
synthesizing things.
■ Bring a new and different perspective; you help people to think
differently.
■ Do what you say you’ll do with high integrity; you’re able and
trustworthy.
■ Present yourself extraordinarily well; you have excellent
communication skills.
■ Are extremely knowledgeable; you have a global perspective.
■ Are outstanding in coaching and feedback; you guide people along.
■ Will take a stand but not run over others; you aren’t afraid to
tackle change in tough issues.
■ Ask lots of questions to cause people to think.
■ Can envision what will work in the marketplace.
■ Think and focus strategically; you minimize minutiae.
■ Get the right things done—on time and within budget.