In a recent article, Suzy Welch, a Harvard-trained career expert, emphasized that execution is the most underrated quality employers look for in candidates. She observed that ambitious young professionals, despite their strong skills, often undervalue their ability to execute tasks effectively. Welch shared an anecdote about a student who was overly critical of feedback that praised her reliability and decisiveness, pointing out that execution can be a critical differentiator in career advancement. Welch reiterated that in her extensive experience, strong execution skills frequently influence promotion and other critical career decisions.
Execution is your career's killer app, and I've seen a person's ability to execute be the deciding factor in promotion decisions.
Highly ambitious students in their 20s and 30s often overlook the importance of execution skills, focusing instead on leadership and visionary roles.
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