The ABCs have been laid out for you, all you need to do is determine what you need to do to get that employee of the month award.

If you find yourself reading this article we bet that you’re looking for ways to impress your manager and hopefully land yourself an “Employee of the Month” award. If that’s the case, we’ve collated traits that will get you there. From A to Z, you’ll find all that you need to do to be the best employee.

Adaptability: You need to demonstrate your ability to go with the flow and adapt to change.

Benevolent: Be open to giving of your time, your skills and talent. Your manager will appreciate your willingness to contribute towards making the company better.

Creativity: Three words: Ideas, innovation, collaboration. Creativity drives business success.

Determined: Your manager wants to see that you're always willing to do more than what is required of you.

Enthusiastic: Managers want to work with people who are passionate about what they do or at least have a positive attitude.

Fearless: Remember that Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.

Genuine: Truthfulness and transparency will win you your manager’s heart.

Hustle: Hustlers are always looking for new, better ways to get things done, and your manager will love it if you hustle to accomplish goals and deliver results.

Innovative: As an employee, you need to be able to break the barriers of your comfort zone and come up with new ideas.

Judicious: When you’re wise and can show good judgment it makes it easier for your colleagues and manager to come to you for advice.

Keen: You can’t build a successful career when you’re always hidden in the back. You need to try out new things and believe in what you do in order to be more successful at work.

Likable: Being likable makes you easy to work with. Having a pleasant expression and positive body language will allow you to build better relationships with your manager and co-workers.

Motivated: If you want to get ahead at work and be noticed, you need to always perform at your best. Always remember to work efficiently.

Noteworthy: Your aim should always be to perform notably at all times. Of course, ups and downs are inevitable, but when you aim to perform at your peak, it's easier for your manager to recognise your efforts.

Optimistic: There are always opportunities for development, but it’s up to you to look for them. When you do, it'll help you to remain positive at all times.

Professional: No matter how under the weather you may be feeling, you need to show up for work, perform at your best and stay positive.

Quintessential: This means setting a good example in the office by being the best employee you can be.

Results: When you can deliver on what is expected of you, you become a successful employee and a valuable asset to the company. Make sure that the goals you work towards provide results.

Self-starter: A self-starter is someone who takes on projects that need to be accomplished, and gets the ball rolling.

Talented: When skill and experience meet, the result is talent – exactly what your manager will be looking for in you. If you’ve got it, flaunt it!

Understanding: An employee that can go with the flow and be understanding of different circumstances, is more flexible to mistakes or problems.

Vivacious: Cheerfulness accompanied by a positive attitude help you to become an even stronger asset to the company.

Whole-hearted: Managers are always looking for employees who are enthusiastic and devoted to their work as well as the company. Commit yourself to working hard and showing your commitment to accomplish the company's goals.

X-ceptional: Your work ethic and attitude speak volumes, and prove your capability to be the best employee.

Y not?: Unhappy with the company processes? Bring your questions and solutions to the forefront. Managers want to work with employees who can think outside the box and question things.

Zealous: Zealous means showing passion towards whatever you’re doing. Remember that your passion is what will take you further in your career.

Remember that employees who aim to make their managers successful are keepers. So if you can perform at your best at all times, you’re not only helping your manager, but you’re developing your own path to success. For more tips to win your boss over, continue reading...