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Looking to up your game?  Want to make your boss love you?  If you possess or can incorporate these qualities into your job you can become the “go to” person in your office.

1.  Take copious notes and keep track of them – When you have been given a task be sure to take notes as to what is expected.  Then be sure to diligently track the progress and report on it.

2.  Over communicate – Be sure to explain fully and keep everyone in the loop.  Articulate a plan with specific steps and instructions so that anyone reading it could understand it.  Follow up regularly to anyone that has a piece of that process to keep things moving along.

3.  Double check – Before you submit an email, report or entry double check it.  Carefully check for understandability and yes, spelling.  If people see lots of spelling mistakes they will believe you are not detail oriented.  Details matter!

These three qualities can propel an average employee into a great employee.  Give it a try.  It might even lessen the stress of the job by being better organized and prepared.

What other essential qualities of a great employees can you share in the comments?