I was one of those developers who was always picked to start new projects. I started hundreds of them so far. I don't know why I was picked, but I can give you

I was one of those developers who was always picked to start new projects. I started hundreds of them so far. I don't know why I was picked, but I can give you a list of things that I'd say differentiated me from my colleagues who'd never get the chance: 1. I have high-level knowledge about a lot of tech stuff. I'm that kind of idiot who isn't an expert on anything, but knows enough to be able to pick the right tools and work with them successfully (as in, finish the project). 2. I think I'm really good at communicating with other people in a work scenario. 3. I had a proven track record of finishing legacy tasks on time. 4. I don't usually go around seeking approval from others, especially on the things that I'm really confident about. 5. I'm independent, not only in the code I write but I can also make project decisions, initiate change, handle high pressure situations.