THE FIT FACTORS
Fit decisions occur every day in every type of organization. Your "fit" depends on a combination of factors that underlie a company's norms, systems and traditions - and how well you mesh with them.Whether a veteran employee or seeking a new job; whether secure in your job or uncertain of where you stand, the 10 Fit Factors can help. Try them on and get a new perspective on your professional self.
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Passion(Desire, Ambition, Will to Succeed)Vigor, Energy Level, Stamina, Dedication, Focus, 24/7 Commitment. Do you have to demonstrate 24/7 drive and determination to be successful? |
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PR(Reputation, Mythology, Aura)What is Generally Said about you, your reputation, how people speak of you informally? Do you have to have enough positive” buzz” to be seen as a go to person? Do people have to know you and think well of you to be successful? |
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Presence(Demeanor, Attitude, Mystique)Confidence, Tone, Ability to “Connect”, Style, Likeability, “Wattage” Presentations. Do you have to have a particular kind of style, or personality to attract, captivate and inspire or instill confidence? |
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Perspectives(Point of View, Vision, Beliefs)Values, Faith, Ideology, Geographic Perspective (e.g., Northeast, Midwest, etc.) Do you have to share the dominant beliefs of the people in order to succeed? |
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Potential(Perceived Raw Talent, Native Intelligence)Projects “Smarts,” Ability to “Step Up” and Grow on the Job. Do you have to have “star performer achievements” at another level or in another arena such as school that translates into being a good employee? |
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Passage(Key Areas of Experience, Tickets Punched)Accepted Pathways to the Job, Stepping Stones such as the right previous jobs. Do you have to have the right kinds of past experiences to be seen as prepared to be a successful employee? |
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Patronage(Advocates, Allies, Friends in High Places)Mentors, Sponsors, Colleagues, Benefactors, Industry Ties, Chits to Call In? Do you need support above you to succeed? |
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Package(Physical Appearance, Look, Image)Gender, Age, Stature, Attractiveness, Race, Ethnicity, Physical Disability, Telegenic Appeal. Is it important to look like an employee to be successful? |
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Pedigree(Family Background, Education, Socio-economic/Class)Family Heritage, Family Ties, Profession, Wealth - the Overall “Back-story”. Is it important to come from come from the right background to be a successful employee? |
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Pursuits(Leisure and Social Activities)Church, Club, Sporting Preferences, Volunteer work, Social activities off work time. Do you have to participate in social activities in order to connect with colleagues, management and teammates in order to succeed? |
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