I guess I am becoming Internet jaded. I surf the web like everyone else and even am known to spend mindless minutes hitting the "stumbleupon" button on my browser. (My wife definitely thinks this is mindless...or at least I am.)
Invariably one hits the many top 10 lists, various "must read" lists, etc. Usually this is a semi-cheesy attempt to drive traffic without creating much in the way of original content. I'll admit I am also not above that. In fact, I am doing it now. However with at least a little purpose.
50 Things Successful People Have in Common.
Stumbling through the web tonight, I did find a nugget. Dan Waldschmidt has a very good list that frankly I know from my own experience is true. 50 Things Successful People have in Common is interesting for those who are successful and are mature enough to be self aware. I hit a good number of these square on, but there are also a few that I could work on.
It highlights areas for improvement. However, I also think it has application in hiring. I know as a successful person, I am often at a loss as to "why exactly" I am good at what I do. This list at least does a good job of defining attributes that I can identify with and identify in others. That becomes a basis for evaluation.
Eric
mmm, very interesting and lots to work on. Its a great list and one I will be reading often, just to make sure im on the right track..
Posted by: Nigel Lewis | July 03, 2011 at 08:23 PM