Characteristics of a Successful Executive

Dear Students,

There is always a debate on the characteristics of a successful executive.

The list below brings this out aptly:

1. Strong drive to get ahead.

   
   

2. Ability to take sound decisions.

   
   

3. Willingness to move in conditions of uncertainty.

   
   

4. Respect for others’ drives to achieve.

   
   

5. Ability to aim, plan and organise, involving others in ways which achieve commitment of all concerned.

   
   

6. Ability to explain his / her ideas with clarity and confidence, retaining willingness to listen to others.

   
   

7. Some fear of failing which makes him/her plan and work in ways that will prevent failures.

   
   

8. A strong reality orientation.

   
   

9. Loyalty to overall goals of the organization.

   
   

10. Social skills to work both with groups and individuals.

    
    

Cultivate the above characteristics as you march ahead in your career.

Best wishes,

Prof. D. P. Chattopadhyay
(Globsyn Business School)