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Mark Matute
Mark Matute

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Smarter Co-Workers, A Blessing

Working with people who has higher level of intelligence can be a true blessing, having a great opportunity to grow and to be in the right direction.

Learning Opportunities

There is a lot of opportunity to learn and grow when working with smart individuals. Discussions alone with this people will always be a learning experience, seeking advice, observing problem solving approaches and being always heading the correct direction.

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Motivation and Ambition

Having smarter co-workers can be a motivating factor for development. Seeing their achievements and excellence can inspire others to strive for higher standards. This is something I experienced, seeing my peers having very high standards, high skillset, showed me how big is a gap between where they are and where I am, this inspired me to strive, work hard to bring the gap closer, taking courses, certifications and just continuous learning and practice.

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Working with smarter people is a blessing that can impact individual and collective success in work. Learning opportunities, innovative thinking, increased productivity, motivation contribute to a fulfilling professional experience. Embracing the presence of smarter colleagues can elevate your skills, and ultimately lead to a more successful career.

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