I think it's important to be someone YOU want to work with.

For me that's a matter of "pulling their weight", and just being nice to be around, ya know?

I also think it's a good plan to try to make your boss look good, even if that person is a goober. Then if your boss is good, you will look good. If your boss is an incompent bonehead, you will look like someone who tries to support management. Bigshots like that.

Smiling even when you want to throw a stapler at someone, listening to peers and customers, being open to feedback...these are all important attributes.

Also, venting when you need! Find a good person to gripe with, and use that tool. It's an excellent coping mechanism! This does NOT have to be someone from work....but it must be someone you can talk to during the day, in case you think your head will explode.

Take care, emmy