- a strong motivation to excel in the pursuit of challenging goals combined with the humility to put the group ahead of individual needs;
- an insatiable curiosity to explore new ideas and avenues;
- keen insight into connections that others don't see;
- a strong engagement with work and people;
- the determination to overcome obstacles.
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21st-Century Talent Spotting - Harvard Business Reviewwe have entered a new era of talent spotting. Geopolitics, business, industries, and jobs are changing so rapidly that it's impossible to predict the capabilities employees and leaders will need even a few years out. The question now is not whether people have the right skills; it's whether they have the potential to learn new ones. Research points to five markers of potential: a strong motivation to excel in the pursuit of challenging goals combined with the humility to put the group ahead of individual needs; an insatiable curiosity to explore new ideas and avenues; keen insight into connections that others don't see; a strong engagement with work and people; and the determination to overcome obstacles.