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Weigh both the good and the harm in a choice, then choose the person who naturally works toward what is good. For example, select a teammate who considers the risks but still looks for the fairest solution.

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A capable worker grows resources, creates value, and looks ahead for problems that could waste them. For example, a small-business manager should find new customers, use profits wisely, and fix supply issues before they become crises.

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A trustworthy worker combines care for others, good judgment, clear thinking, and freedom from greed. For example, a team leader should support the group, understand the task, decide calmly, and not use the budget for personal gain.

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People may act differently when the kind of work changes, even after careful testing. For example, a student who excels at planning may struggle when asked to speak in front of a crowd.

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Give important work to someone who understands it and can persist through obstacles, not simply to a friend or favorite. For example, choose the experienced organizer for the fundraiser even if your closest friend wants the role.

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Before acting, consider who will do the work, what the work requires, and when the time is right. For example, plan a school event around the team’s skills, the task’s difficulty, and the date’s practical limits.

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Entrust a task only after deciding that a particular person can complete it with the available tools and support. For example, give the video edit to the teammate with the right software and enough time to finish it.

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Once you know what work someone is suited for, place them in that kind of work. For example, let the person who enjoys careful checking handle the team’s final proofreading.

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Do not treat a hardworking person’s loyalty as suspicious without good reason; mistrust can drive away success. For example, a manager who listens to rumors about a reliable employee may lose the very person keeping the project on track.

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A leader should regularly check that the people doing the work remain honest and steady, because their conduct shapes everyone else. For example, a manager who reviews safety practices each day helps the whole workplace take them seriously.