work ethic
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TECA - 2013 / 2014TRANSCRIPT
The Learning Goals:
The importance of developing a strong work ethic and how the work ethic you develop
will impact your future as an employee.
Work EthicWork Ethic
What is Work Ethic?
The Definition:
a standard of conduct and values for job performance
Expectations for Employees
What are the traits of a winning employee:
What does an employer want?
Top 10 Work EthicsTop 10 Work Ethics Attendance
Character
Team Work
Appearance
Attitude
Productivity
Organizational Skills
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Limit AbsencesBe at work every day possiblePlan your absencesDon’t abuse leave time
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Come to work on timeBe punctual every day
Be honest“Honesty is 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 dependableComplete assigned tasks correctly and
promptly
Be willing to learn Look to improve your skills
Be loyal Speak positively about the company
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Leadership abilitiesThe ability to be led and/or to
become the leader
Be a team playerThe ability to get along with
others – including those you don’t necessarily like
Traits of a Winning Employee
Be a contributing memberThe ability to carry your own
weight and help others who are struggling
Accept compromiseRecognize when to speak up with an
idea and when to compromise by blend ideas together
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Dress Appropriately Dress for Success!
Set your best foot forward
Personal hygiene
Good manners• Hand shake• Eye contact
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Remember that the first impression of who you are
can last a lifetime
Have a good attitudeListen to suggestionsBe positive
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Accept responsibility for ones work
If you make a mistake, admit it
Do the work correctly Quality and timeliness are prized
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Get along with co-workersCooperation is the key to productivity
Take pride in your workDo things the best you know
how
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Help out whenever askedDo “extras” without being
asked
Make an effort to improveLearn ways to better yourself
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Time ManagementUtilize time and resources to
getthe most out of both
Written CommunicationsBeing able to correctly writereports and memos
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Verbal Communications Being able to communicate
one on one or to a group
Follow company rules and policies
Learn and follow expectations
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Get along with co-workersCooperation is the key to productivity
Appreciate privileges and don’t abuse them
Privileges are favors and benefits
Work hardWork to the best of your ability
Traits of a Winning EmployeeTraits of a Winning Employee
Carry out ordersDo what’s asked the first time
Show respect Accept and acknowledge an
individuals talents and knowledge
Why People Lose Their Why People Lose Their Jobs:Jobs: They get laid off
Job loss not their fault
They get firedJob lost because of their
actions
Common Reasons Why Common Reasons Why Employees are FiredEmployees are Fired
Reasons the Law upholds as “just cause”
for firing
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredAttendanceAttendance
Being late or absent from work
Shows lack of responsibilityCan hinder productivity
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredCharacterCharacter
Abusing drugs or alcoholCan create health/safety issues
Being dishonestTrust, once lost, is hard to
regain Being unreliableDependability is an employee
asset
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredTeam WorkTeam Work
Bossing others aroundGiving orders is the boss’s job
Not carrying your weightNot doing your part – relying on others to do your job for you
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredAppearanceAppearance
Dress CodeThis 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.
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredAttitudeAttitude
Being troublemakersStirring up dissent among
othersCausing arguments and
problemsBeing rude and using abusive language
Inappropriate behavior is inexcusable
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredProductivityProductivity
Failing to do the task properly
Costly errors hurt business
Being carelessCan lead to accidents/profit loss
Being lazyIt’s a form of theft
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredOrganizational SkillsOrganizational Skills
Loosing Tools & MaterialsUnable to locate things
Lack of Time ManagementNot meeting deadlines
UnpreparedNot ready for meetings or
presentations
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredCommunicationCommunication
Failure to communicate(written and/or verbal)• Unable to properly express ones thoughts and ideas • Unable to interpret instructions and directions
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredCooperationCooperation
Not getting along with others
Co-workers, boss, and/or customers Failing to follow rules and policies
Not following instructions“Doing your own thing”
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredRespectRespect
Being disrespectfulArgumentative and confrontational
Making fun of, harassing, or discriminating against others
This could also land in court!
Being dissatisfied all the timeYou agreed to the work/pay/hours
Reasons Employees are FiredReasons Employees are FiredOtherOther
Theft
IncompetenceLack of ability to perform assigned
tasks
Correct your faults, move forward
Don’t repeat your mistakes, learn from them
Think positively about your next job
Positive Actions to Take Positive Actions to Take if You’re Firedif You’re Fired