Good Employee SkillsEmployability

Chapter 13Mrs. Sorrell

Winning at WorkGaining something from your job

RespectSelf-esteemIntegrity

RewardsJob securityRaisesPromotions

Work ethicA standard of conduct and values for job

performance

The Work EthicCome to work every

day on timeWork hardFollow company rules

and policiesGet along with

coworkersLend a helping hand

whenever askedAppreciate privileges

without abusing them

Have a good attitudeBe honestShow loyaltyDo the work correctly,

completely, and on timeTake pride in your workMake an effort to

improveAccept responsibility

for your work

The Work EthicObedience Punctuality and

DependabilityLearn the rules and

policies and follow themPenalty—a loss or

hardship due to some action, such as breaking company rules or policies

Reprimand—a severe expression of disapproval

Punctual—on timeDependable—being

reliableBe a person of your

wordNot taking time off for

nonessential purposes

The Work EthicOther areas of concern Other areas, continuedDo not abuse privilege

BreaksUse of office equipment

HonestyStealing is a huge

problem for employersToo much time for

breaksArrive late

LoyaltySpeak highly of the

companyKeep company secrets

Do Your Best as an EmployeeUse all your abilitiesWatch for ways to

improveBe willing to learnAccept responsibility

for your work

Good attitudeListen to others’

suggestionsAvoid making excuses for

mistakes or blaming others for them

Live up to supervisors’ and coworkers’ expectations

See other’s point of viewRespect opinions of

othersGive a day’s work for

day’s pay willingly