Werner and others say one of the most important skills is the ability to be and feel connected to others. Yet strong relationships pop up near the top of every list of resilience skills. Other important traits listed by resilience researchers include capabilities such as intelligence and problem-solving, plus having a mind that is accustomed to asking questions. There is no question, say a few such as Michael Resnick, a pediatric expert at the University of Minnesota, that some individuals start with the benefit of genetic predisposition. That certainly makes resilience easier.
Some executives say resilience training helps the bottom line.
It's made a huge shift for us. Thanks in part to such testimonials, resilience experts report they are in hot demand. Take good care of yourself. Develop a conscious self-concept of professionalism. Read others, including difficult people, with empathy.