do not only make a huge difference in the workplace, but they also
help us to become better persons. Many employees/job seekers fail to
consider the extent to which these little pointers affect lives
generally. They fail to consider the extent to which attitude,
dressing, reaction to issues and relationship with others make or mar
their character or aspirations in the office.
Let's go through these little things together?
In an attempt to match the colours, look attractive and trendy,
many of us dress to the extreme or 'dress to kill'. This brings
unnecessary attention and comments around us. It goes along way in
affecting our productivity. Your appearance speaks so much about you.
When your 'packaging' shows that you are a 'distraction', it makes
people avoid you or tease you because they want to have fun and
relieve stress. You do not have to be rich before you can dress well.
With the little you have, you can make a positive impression. We all
know that positive impressions last. Wear what makes you comfortable
without over exposing. Make a right and lasting impression.
The use of courteous words like 'Thank you', 'I am sorry' or
'Please' bites some people. To them, it reduces their authority and
makes the other person right. These words show maturity and a healthy
self-esteem. In the real sense, they show how intelligent you are.
Even when you react rudely unintentionally, once you realize, go back
and apologize. You will gain respect. We should always consider the
impact our words or actions have on other people. Graciously accept
apologies from others. Demonstrate all the appropriate behaviour in
your own actions, whatever your place in the corporate hierarchy.
Look beyond the personalities when looking into issues at the
workplace. It is likely that there is someone in your workplace you
don't like — a manager, a difficult customer or co- worker. This can
be problematic if every time a disagreement arises. It is possible you
get the issue blown out of proportion because your personal feelings
have overridden objectivity. Playing blame games is unhealthy and
contributes to a hostile environment. Look for the solution instead of
accusing and blaming. At every point, try to be objective.
Or what about when you are running behind schedule? It is 3:50pm
and the report you are preparing has to be out by 4:00pm or your
spouse is waiting. You print it off and the paper jams in the middle
of your job. There is no time to fix it so you resend the print job to
another printer, but you did not go back and sort it out. Instead, you
just left the jam for someone else to discover and fix. Please pass
your judgment. Take responsibility for your mistakes.' I don't care'
attitude or a common saying 'it is not my business' should not be part
of you. Those issues you did not care about or weren't your business
could eventually become your business when several mistakes have been
recorded. You could actually be out of work soon.
Little things count. Character really does determine success.
Hope this helps you. Please, feel free to drop your comments and ask
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