The Six Sigma Professional: Building a Giant

Are you building a Six Sigma professional? Understanding what it takes is really no different than building a profession in any other industry. However, there are some unique traits that we look for that equals success in the industry. Defining and understanding the traits is essential. There is no established set of written standards one could follow to establish their career.

Are you building a Six Sigma professional? Understanding what it takes is really no different than building a profession in any other industry. However, there are some unique traits that we look for that equals success in the industry. Defining and understanding the traits is essential. In the Six Sigma profession, those traits are not globally established, but understood as the essential standard.

but they are understood as an essential standard as to what is expected. We also have technical standards (belt certifications & specialized training) that are defined and we expect practitioners to master for advancement.

Growing A Six Sigma Professional

We expect Six Sigma professionals to grow and develop in their profession. There are some basic traits that a professional should possess to have a successful career:

– Integrity – Your integrity and character must stand above everything else. You must act in every case, with the highest level of character and integrity.
– Technical Skills – A true professional in Six Sigma is fully competent in their specific industry and within the practice of Six Sigma.
– Tough Minded – Being tough minded is a crucial skill for success. There will be detractors and ‘negative nellies’ who will challenge you at every turn. You must stay focused and determined in the face of opposition.
– Communications – Words matter! Your ability to communicate your vision and goals is crucial.
– Leadership – Everything you do is about leadership. Great leaders are not born. They are created and developed. Strive to improve your leadership skills.

Building Success

Success leaves clues! Look around you and find the most successful. Seek them out as mentors and advisors to develop your career. Work constantly to improve yourself at every turn. These are the essentials of a successful Six Sigma professional.