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Work Ethic
The document outlines the importance of a strong work ethic and its traits, such as punctuality, honesty, teamwork, and effective communication, which contribute to an employee's success. It also highlights common reasons why employees get fired, including attendance issues, lack of dependability, poor communication, and failure to follow company policies. The emphasis is on personal responsibility, respect, and continuous improvement in the workplace.
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Work Ethic
- 1. The Learning Goals: Theimportance of developing a strong work ethic and how the work ethic you develop will impact your future as an employee. WorkEthicWorkEthic
- 2. What is WorkEthic?Whatis WorkEthic? The Definition: a standard of conduct and values for job performance
- 3. ExpectationsExpectations forEmployeesforEmployees What are thetraits of a winning employee: What does an employer want?
- 4. Top 10 WorkEthicsTop10 WorkEthics Attendance Character Team Work Appearance Attitude Productivity Organizational Skills Communication Cooperation Respect
- 5. Be OnTIME… Don’tBeABSENT!!
- 6. Limit Absences Beat work every day possible Plan your absences Don’t abuse leave time Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Come to work on time Be punctual every day
- 7. Honest … Dependable… Loyal
- 8. Be honest “Honestyis the single most important factor having a direct bearing on the final success of an individual, corporation, or product.” Ed McMahon Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Be dependable Complete assigned tasks correctly and promptly
- 9. Be willingto learn Look to improve your skills Be loyal Speak positively about the company Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
- 10. Working toward agoalrequires cooperationand respect
- 11. Traits of aWinning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Leadership abilities The ability to be led and/or to become the leader Be a team player The ability to get along with others – including those you don’t necessarily like
- 12. Be acontributing member The ability to carry your own weight and help others who are struggling Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Accept compromise Recognize when to speak up with an idea and when to compromise by blend ideas together
- 13. Clothing … Hygiene… Manners
- 14. Traits of aWinning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Dress Appropriately Dress for Success! Set your best foot forward Personal hygiene
- 15. Good manners •Hand shake • Demeanor • Eye contact Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Remember that the first impression of who you are can last a lifetime
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- 17. Have agood attitude Listen to suggestions Be positive Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Accept responsibility for ones work If you make a mistake, admit it
- 18. Make Good UseofYourTime
- 19. Do thework correctly Quality and timeliness are prized Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Get along with co-workers Cooperation is the key to productivity
- 20. Take pridein your work Do things the best you know how Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Help out whenever asked Do “extras” without being asked
- 21. The to gettingyourtaskdone ontimeKEY
- 22. Make aneffort to improve Learn ways to better yourself Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Time Management Utilize time and resources to get the most out of both
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- 24. Written Communications Beingable to correctly write reports and memos Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Verbal Communications Being able to communicate one on one or to a group
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- 26. Follow companyrules and policies Learn and follow expectations Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Get along with co-workers Cooperation is the key to productivity Appreciate privileges and don’t abuse them Privileges are favors and benefits
- 27. Be sensitive toRacialand CulturalDifference
- 28. Work hard Workto the best of your ability Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee Carry out orders Do what’s asked the first time Show respect Accept and acknowledge an individuals talents and knowledge
- 29. Why People LoseTheirWhy People Lose Their Jobs:Jobs: They get laid off Job loss not their fault They get fired Job lost because of their actions
- 30. Common Reasons WhyCommonReasons Why Employees are FiredEmployees are Fired Reasons the Law upholds as “just cause” for firing
- 31. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired AttendanceAttendance Being late or absent from work Shows lack of responsibility Can hinder productivity
- 32. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired CharacterCharacter Abusing drugs or alcohol Can create health/safety issues Being dishonest Trust, once lost, is hard to regain Being unreliable Dependability is an employee asset
- 34. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired TeamWorkTeamWork Bossing others around Giving orders is the boss’s job Not carrying your weight Not doing your part – relying on others to do your job for you
- 35. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired AppearanceAppearance Dress Code This can be a safety issue as well as a disregard for rules Remember that you are a representative of your company how you dress and act can reflect on the company.
- 37. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired AttitudeAttitude Being troublemakers Stirring up dissent among others Causing arguments and problems Being rude and using abusive language Inappropriate behavior is inexcusable
- 38. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired ProductivityProductivity Failing to do the task properly Costly errors hurt business Being careless Can lead to accidents/profit loss Being lazy It’s a form of theft
- 40. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired Organizational SkillsOrganizational Skills Loosing Tools & Materials Unable to locate things Lack of Time Management Not meeting deadlines Unprepared Not ready for meetings or presentations
- 41. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired CommunicationCommunication Failure to communicate (written and/or verbal) • Unable to properly express ones thoughts and ideas • Unable to interpret instructions and directions
- 42. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired CooperationCooperation Not getting along with others Co-workers, boss, and/or customers Failing to follow rules and policies Not following instructions “Doing your own thing”
- 43. Reasons Employees areFiredReasons Employees are Fired RespectRespect Being disrespectful Argumentative and confrontational Making fun of, harassing, or discriminating against others This could also land in court!
- 44. Being dissatisfiedall the time You agreed to the work/pay/hours Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are Fired OtherOther Theft Incompetence Lack of ability to perform assigned tasks
- 46. Correct yourfaults, move forward Don’t repeat your mistakes, learn from them Think positively about your next job Positive Actions toPositive Actions to Take if You’re FiredTake if You’re Fired