This document outlines the characteristics of different types of employees and exceptional employees. It begins by defining an employee as anyone who works under an employment contract. There are three main types of employees: engaged employees who are passionate about their work, not-engaged employees who are just putting in time, and actively disengaged employees who undermine the work of others. The document then lists characteristics of exceptional employees such as being ambitious, autonomous, humble, passionate, and reliable. It also outlines habits of exceptional employees like being proactive, having clear goals, and continually learning.