July 23, 2024

178: What Does it Mean to Be an A-Player?

51 minutes

"A-Player…"

"High performer…"

"Best on the team…"

I don’t know about you, but these titles are a little scary! I mean, I’m sure we all want to be one, but how can you, especially when your confidence has taken a hit in the past?

On today's episode of the podcast, we wanted to share a grace-based view on how you can become the most trustworthy person on your team and with your friends by sharing discussing exactly what it means to be an A-player. This list of 8 practical things you can do TODAY will help you immediately step up your game as an employee and/or a boss.

Special thanks to Jordan Raynor for this list; be sure to listen to his podcast, Mere Christians, where he discusses all things faith & work!

Jordan Raynor’s definition of an A-Player:

Does exactly what they say they will do

Doesn’t drop the ball on a task or project

Responds to every email, Slack message, phone call, and text within 24 business hours

Always shows up on time, and more often than not, shows up early

Hits and often exceeds expectations on their OKRs (Objectives and Key Results)

Renegotiates their commitments if they know they won’t be able to deliver

Doesn’t allow a meeting to end until next actions have been clearly defined

Is a joy to work with

Cheering you on,

Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

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By Kelsey Kemp

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