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Positive Work Attitudes

Employees

Companies

Do you have what it takes to be a success in your professional life? It all starts with good work attitudes. For organisations and employers who wish to develop a positive work environment and good corporate culture, even you can make a difference right now. Read the following to know which are the areas you might need to improve.

Positive Work Attitudes for Employees:

1. Ethical use of the company phone.

The company phone should ethically be used for company matters. Use of the company phone for personal dealings indicates a lack of professionalism and improper use of company property.

2. Coming to work on time.

Being punctual shows how much value you give to your job. This would also reflect on your commitment to work and ability to follow rules.

3. Willingness to work extra hours beyond work timings.

Many organisations expect employees to contribute during times of tough deadlines and added pressure. The flexibility to work beyond work timings is a good character trait.

4. Keeping the work area clean.

As it is said, “cleanliness is next to godliness”. Neatness demonstrates a person’s organisation capability and more importantly, a pleasant nature.

5. Right use of the sick leave facility.

Employees who are honest and transparent in their dealings are trusted more than those who lie or abuse privileges at work.

6. Ability to take correction and handle criticism.

Those who demonstrate a willingness to learn by their positive response to correction or criticism increase their chances to learn and grow in their career.

7. Willingness to co-operate with other staff members and even trains new staff.

A team player is considered a valuable asset. The key to realising the company’s goals is to work together for everyone’s benefit.

8. Proper use of company vehicle, equipment and resources.

Maintaining a healthy respect for the company’s property is an important aspect of work ethics. Trust and confidence is thus built up by this responsible attitude.

9. Right attitude to work supervision.

Being able to receive instructions and directives in an attitude of humility is the mark of a mature and professional temperament.

10. Not using office hours to take extra breaks or goes outside for personal work.

A sincere individual avoids using office hours for personal work or recreation.

11. Working well with expatriates with the right attitude.

A person with a modern and cultured outlook is expected to be unbiased and free from prejudices towards any particular nationality.

12. Ability to work with expatriate supervisors or seniors.

True professionals welcome the opportunity to learn and co-operate with senior staff hailing from different races, cultures, languages and backgrounds.

13. Willingness to adopt new systems, procedures or technology.

To add value to one’s job, the employee must be willing to be trained about new technology, systems, etc.

14. Showing initiative, interest and positive attitude at work.

Employees should take initiative and reflect a positive attitude at work. This helps build team spirit and lifts the morale of the team.

15. Loyalty and commitment to work and company.

Every organisation requires committed and loyal professionals without whom there cannot be stability and consistency.

16. Honesty, sincerity and transparency about one’s abilities.

Ethical professionals do not think too highly of themselves in order to avoid “over-promising and under-delivering”.

17. Commitment to deliver jobs on time.

In the business world, those who “walk their talk” gain respect and credibility for themselves and their company over time.

18. Providing advance information in case of leaves and absences.

Being conscientious about leaves and absences reflects the positive trait of accountability in an individual.

19. Productive use of time and not misusing office equipment.

The level of productivity in individuals is measured by their effective use of time and effort at the work place.

20. Not giving up easily despite facing problems and challenges.

Those who work at problems and challenges at work have a greater chance of success than those who quit when the going gets tough.

Good Work Policies for Companies:

1. Willingness to provide holidays and time for rest and relaxation after work.

It’s important for a progressive company to allocate a fair provision of holidays for employees in accordance with the labour laws of the land.

2. Allows expatriate employees the freedom to keep their passport.

Respect for the law and human rights are a basic and fundamental requirement of every company or organisation.

3. Fair treatment of employees by paying them regularly and on time.

Withholding payment is the root cause of employee dissatisfaction and leads to a bad name for the company in the market.

4. Impartial and equal treatment of all employees.

Professionally managed companies employ and reward staff based on merit and performance rather than factors such as nationality, gender or race backgrounds.

5. Fair treatment of employees involving termination and cessation of contracts.

Employees appreciate the provision of a month’s notice before termination of employment as it is considered fair and ethical.

6. Concern for safety of employees at work.

Safety standards at work is a good reflection of a company’s quality as well as performance standards.

7. Concern for the quality of the staff accommodation.

Ethical companies treat their human resource with respect. Staff housing, transport and work conditions are an important barometer of a company’s corporate philosophy.

8. Willingness to share profits with employees.

Good companies recognise the value of employees by performance incentives, bonuses, etc.

9. Willingness to provide help and support to employees hurt during working hours.

Employees feel more loyal to a company that supports them during critical conditions.

10. Willingness to balance payment with work input.

Employees feel de-motivated to work extra hours without adequate compensation. Work should be balanced with sufficient emoluments.

11. Non-biased or not prejudiced towards races or nationalities.

Avoid preferential treatment based on colour or nationality. This will prevent the rise of unhealthy sentiments and an atmosphere of bitterness.

12. Willingness to invest in the training of employees.

A company that trains its employees does itself a favour by saving time, energy, effort and resources. In the long run, employees are more loyal to the company that provides them training opportunities.

13. Open-minded, modern outlook.

In the global business environment, forward thinking companies allow their staff to resign without causing visa/transfer issues.

14. Socially responsible and concerned attitude.

Every organisation, regardless of its size, has the opportunity to make a positive difference in the community.

15. Encouraging Bahrainisation and local employment.

By employing locals, the company is contributing to the social and economic development of the country.

 

 

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