Forget David Letterman. George Bailey, global director of the Human Capital Group at management consultant Watson Wyatt Worldwide goes one better with his top 11 workplace skills for 1998.
- Getting things done in an environment of chaos.
- Knowing how to access the power of the Internet.
- Innovation and creativity.
- Getting value from big integrated systems.
- Getting the most out of people.
- Adaptability to cultural changes.
- Knowledge sharing.
- Having fun at work while being productive.
- Speaking multiple languages.
- Understanding how to create shareholder value.
- Teamwork.
What's no longer hot or desirable? Control, administration, systems implementation, process reengineering, procedures, the good ol' boy network and being at your desk for the sake of being seen.
