I think there are 4 levels of productivity an employee can have:
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Doing work
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Doing work + reporting on the work (let Joel know)
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Doing work + reporting on the work + providing insights on the work (make recommendations)
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Doing work + reporting on the work + providing insights on the work + taking action to improve the work based on insights (make necessary changes to systems and report to Joel).
Be a level 4 and you will receive Outstanding performance ratings, frequent raises and promotions.