Do you work with a Meryl Streep? How to identify and retain star performers
Published February 22, 2012 4:27 PM
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Updated February 23, 2012 9:48 AM
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The self-starter
Superstar employees are self-starters who continually take on new challenges and responsibilities, pushing themselves and those around them to step outside of their written job descriptions and think outside the box. In addition, they dont shy away from making the tough call in order to achieve whats right for the customer and their company.
Loves learning
High potential employees are always enhancing and improving their craft. Not only do they learn from their mistakes, they seek feedback from others and continually embrace new ideas and creative ways of thinking.
Strategic mindset
Star performers rarely focus the majority of their attention on short-term strategies. Instead, they keep an eye out for trends or voids in the marketplace and turn them into opportunities for their companys long-term success.
Clear line of sight
Superstar employees have no trouble rising above an avalanche of activities, meetings and work emergencies to keep a clear focus and discipline on what really matters.
Well-liked and genuine
High potential employees are energetic, genuine and well-liked individuals. They know how to foster teamwork, inspire those around them and ensure that other employees know their contributions matter to the company.
Influential communicator
Perhaps the most important characteristic of a leader is their ability to speak in a way that inspires and captures the energy and imagination of others. A star performer helps others see the positives that can be achieved in the workplace and directs employees toward a personal and professional path of success.
Give star performers their very own Oscar moment
As the economy continues to recover and companies start hiring again, its crucial for businesses to prioritize initiatives that attract, engage and retain high potential employees. One way to do this is to give top performers their Oscars moment, whether by hosting a red-carpet event within the workplace or simply treating talented individuals to a company dinner. The idea is to actively recognize employee contributions and instill a workplace culture that maximizes employee engagement and productivity.
