Chipotle's COO says he looks for this problem-solving skill in future leaders

Get better at: Showing leadership potential Today's moveIf you want to get promoted, don't just bring your boss problems — come to them with possible solutions when something goes wrong.Jason Kidd, the chief operating officer at Chipotle, visits roughly a dozen restaurants every week and he uses team dinners in every location as a way to scout talent for promotions. He said he looks for four qualities in the people he promotes, including how they respond when things go wrong. Get Better at Work Why it worksAt any company, including a fast-moving restaurant like Chipotle, problems are bound to arise. Kidd looks for leaders who can anticipate issues, take ownership, and find a solution.Those employees show they aren't waiting around for problems to land in their lap. They're actively taking initiative to improve the workplace.Try it todayThe next time an issue comes up at work, take a few minutes to brainstorm possible solutions.When you approach your manager, tell them what went wrong, a couple of possible solutions, and your recommendation for what to do next. That demonstrates leadership and initiative.The bottom lineYou aren't directly responsible for every problem that comes up at work. However, by showing your boss that you're actively working to avoid adding another task to their to-do list, you're helping make their job easier and showing them that you can handle more responsibility.SourceThis insight is based on Business Insider's reporting about how Chipotle's COO Jason Kidd promotes workers, and the qualities he looks for. Read the full story from Ana Altchek on Business Insider.Has this framework for dealing with problems worked for you? Tell us what you think of this advice in the comments below. Read next Business Insider tells the innovative stories you want to know Business Insider tells the innovative stories you want to know Business Insider tells the innovative stories you want to know Business Insider tells the innovative stories you want to know Ana writes about workplace trends, careers, and how AI is reshaping software engineering roles. She also regularly interviews C-suite executives about their trajectories and leadership insights.Ana is the host of "Get Better at Work," a series that offers advice about the habits and behaviors that can help workers stand out and build their careers. She also hosts "Work Shift," which breaks down the biggest workplace news of the week. She holds a master’s degree in multimedia journalism from NYU and has been featured on BBC, NPR, and other global media platforms.Have a tip? You can contact her via email at aaltchek@businessinsider.com or through the secure-messaging app Signal at aalt.19. Get Better at Work