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Robert E. Kelley is a professor at Carnegie Mellon University and a leading researcher in organizational behavior and performance.
Known for: How to Be a Star at Work: Nine Breakthrough Strategies You Need to Succeed
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How to Be a Star at Work: Nine Breakthrough Strategies You Need to Succeed
This book presents nine key strategies that distinguish top performers from average employees, based on extensive research conducted at Carnegie Mellon University. Kelley explains how individuals can develop the habits and behaviors that lead to exceptional workplace success, emphasizing initiative, networking, self-management, and continuous learning.
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Defining 'Star Performers'
When people hear the term “star performer,” they often imagine someone born with special talent, a natural leader, or a genius who seems to solve problems effortlessly. Yet our research at Carnegie Mellon shattered that notion entirely. True stars aren’t defined by personality traits, charisma, or t...
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Strategy 1 – Initiative
Initiative is the spark that ignites all other strategies. It means acting before you are told, seeing opportunities where others see obstacles, and taking ownership of challenges beyond your written job description. In our studies, stars distinguished themselves most clearly through their proactive...
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About Robert E. Kelley
Robert E. Kelley is a professor at Carnegie Mellon University and a leading researcher in organizational behavior and performance. He is known for his studies on star performers and has consulted for major corporations on employee development and productivity.
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