Ability, aspiration, attitude

Adrian Furnham
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Adrian Furnham: University College London

Chapter 1 in Managing People in a Downturn, 2011, pp 15-16 from Palgrave Macmillan

Abstract: Abstract Essentially, you need three things to be (really) successful at work: ability, aspiration and attitude. Ability refers to intellect, talent, particular gifts. It’s the size of the engine in the car. You also need to have real aspirations to succeed: to be driven, hungry and seriously motivated. This explains the direction of the car. And, you need the right attitude: these are traits and values such as perseverance, integrity and curiosity. This is the make or brand of the car.

Date: 2011
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DOI: 10.1057/9780230307209_2

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