These are the 10 traits recruiters are looking for

 
It seems obvious: Leaning into your strengths at work is a surefire way to stand out—and get more done in less time. But accurately identifying what we're best at can be hard, Maika Leibbrandt, senior workplace consultant at Gallup, tells Fast Company writer Gwen Moran. “I think, as human beings, no one is naturally, really good at knowing how they show up in the world on their own,” she says.

Given this challenge, Moran lays out how best to identify your personal strengths and gradually shift your role so that you can spend more time doing things that you're naturally good at. It takes some self-reflection, but it's a worthwhile undertaking—especially if you're looking to grow your career this year. Read more.

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Different jobs satisfy different Myers-Briggs types, says author Kelly Tieger, so it’s important to know your temperament.

 
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You don’t have to be perfect, you just have to be prepared.

 
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