At Your Job…Who’s Smart? Who’s Dumb? Let me tell you.
April 23, 2008 | 0 Comments
Regardless of all the credentials, education, and accolades an employee may have, I’ve learned all that glitters is indeed not gold.
This little trick will help you gauge who’s smart and who’s the weakest link.
Who’s Dumb at Your Job…
Answer: People who cannot accept that their opinions, facts, or information might be wrong or misguided.
They usually become personally offended or harbor feelings of lowered self-confidence when you strike down their assertions. These types also tend not to see the forest for the trees.
How do you work with (around) them?
You’ve probably done it already if you’re smart (hint: steamroll).
Who’s Smart at Your Job…
Answer: People who can take your feedback and then dish it back to you in the same fashion.
Smart people digest/evaluate opposing viewpoints and acknowledge when they are wrong or defend their assertions confidentially without arrogance when they know they’re right. These types have a good grasp on perspective and always remain focused on guiding the business clearly and successfully.
How do you work with them?
Get smarter.
