High GPA from a top university? Yes, intelligence, self-confidence are important indicators that employers will look for. But more so are character traits that are much needed and desirable; servanthood, integrity, leadership, empathy, resilience, humility, cultural awareness and the ability to work across borders. People are hired for competency but fired for character.
People are hired for competency but fired for character.
These more fundamental character traits are often learned the hard way as one navigates through one’s career/life journey, or remain a lost art for others.