9 Common Things Talent Always Does

Talented people are quite hard to find. They can help you multiply the business growth with whatever skills they bring in with them. As it is said, talent is a vital element if you are planning to stay for a long term in the industry. Instead of paying attention to the candidate’s resume look into the following points as they are possessed by people who are talented:

1- Long term goals.

Talented people are never worried or afraid of future. Rather, they are excited to explore and learn. They are the people who will talk about the long term goals and the bigger picture of any situation. People with talent will talk about the future accomplishments when hired.

2- They prioritize results.

All they care about is the result of a situation or task. They look into the matter that whatever they are doing is beneficial to them as well as company. 

3- They tend to ask smart questions.

Talented people  possess curiosity highly in them. They will ask questions which are smarter than most of the people. It is what sets them out of the group. In an interview they will ask questions about what he or she is expected to accomplish in the long run.

4- They are extremely flexible.

Talented people are flexible in their progress and critical thinking. Many organizations change their objectives and goals as well as strategies to achieve them. These people are the most flexible one to adapt to is faster than others without derailing from success.

5- They are passionate. 

Talented people are bound to be passionate but not vice-versa. When a talented person is passionate about his/her work they are likely to make their own mark in whatever they do. 

6- They are prepared for anything.

The ability to think and act upon situations instantly is seen very less among people. Talented people are really prepared for anything that comes in their way of success.

7- Highly confident.

They are highly confident. Talented people tend to show confidence anywhere and any time. They accept to be wrong in situations and overcoming those help to build confidence in them.

8- Versatile.

They have numerous skills which they use whenever needed. Ask them about a time when they had to try something new or apply their skills in an unusual situation. A talented person will have something to share on it.

9- They are comfortable with taking risks.

Some people just do not want to take risks. It is a thing that separates successful companies from good and mediocre ones. Talented people are not afraid of taking risks. By saying that, I do not mean that they will do some crazy thing that will land them somewhere close to success. Taking risks can  be instrumental in bringing and implementing  new ideas.

Are there other ways to recognize great talent? Do feel free to share it 🙂

-Vatsal Doshi