10 Qualities To Help You Stand Out

I just finished reading an old book called The Lost Art of Disciple Making by LeRoy Eims.  One of the chapters was on identifying potential leaders.  I completely agree with this list and look for these qualities when interviewing/hiring teachers.  So college students, people looking for a job, or anyone that wants to get better, take a look at this list and see which of these characteristics you can develop.

Reliable - When given a job, see it through.

Resourceful - Do the best you can with what you have.

Adaptable - Have the ability to roll with the punches and fit into various situations.

Enthusiastic - Be eager to work, not just willing.
 
Alert - Be aware of what is happening around you, be ready for instruction, and learn to adjust on the fly.

Initiative - Be aware of what needs to be done and takes steps to do it.  Do not wait to be told or pushed, rather be a self starter.

Confident - Believe in yourself and make decisions accordingly.

Stable - Be able to take the pressure.
 
Organizational Ability - If you cannot organize yourself, how will you organize others?

Judgement & Creativity - Do your work with a small sense of flair and pizzazz and constantly look for better ways to get things accomplished.


What's great about these qualities is that they are all learned.  Anyone can develop these characteristics if you're willing and eager to make the effort.

These are just some of the things that make up a leader.   What else would you add to the list?