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Employers look for executive personality traits before hiring
By Louise Garver

Research indicates that over 80% of employers look for the cultural fit of an executive over skills. That’s huge! In data collected from 1,200 of the world’s leading companies, there are five top personality traits sought after by these employers.

Professionalism (86%)
Most people reach executive level through career achievements, leadership skills, and crafting a professional persona. Generally, executives are a step up on the professionalism scale. A candidate’s professionalism is judged from the first interaction to the clothes they wear to the interview, to how they handle difficult interview questions and everything in between.

High energy (78%)
In the first 30 seconds of meeting, a recruiter can determine if an executive is high energy. It could be expressed in their body language, tone of voice, or other subtle distinctions. Whatever clues the recruiter is looking for, be aware that you are being observed, and need to demonstrate your enthusiasm and high energy in a fitting manner to your personality and position.


Confidence (61%)
Confidence is the highest trait that companies think is missing in employees. If you don’t show confidence in yourself, how do you expect a potential employer to have confidence in your abilities as an executive?

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