Employment Maturity

How can you be a good worker?

Workplace Basics

Don’t chose a job just for the money.Do something you like.

Tell the truth. Then, you don’t have to worry about someone finding it out.

Don’t be a “yes man”. Be sincere.

Practice good hygiene. Be well-groomed.

Wear the right clothes for the job.

Take care of yourself so you can take care of your job.

Don’t be apathetic. Care about your job.

A good job is a treasure. Treat it like one.

Don’t be late.

Haste makes waste. Watch what you’re doing.

Stay organized, or you’ll end up with a mess.

Clean up after yourself.

Be a self-starter. The boss shouldn’t have to wind you up.

Work isn’t you versus the boss. You are on the same team,

so work together.

Don’t be lazy. When you’re at work, work!

Don’t daydream about breaks. Stay on task until it is break time.

Save romance for after work.

You snooze, you lose [your job].

Don’t have a bad attitude. You are there to help the customers.

Making money for the business is one of the keys to success.

Learning the Job

Don’t be a know-it-all. Do be willing to learn.

Not sure where to go or what to do? Ask your supervisor.

Once you know what to do, go do it!

Do you feel overwhelmed? Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Don’t give up.

Do business calls upset you?

Here’s how to handle a call.• Answer promptly

(within 2 or 3 rings).• Speak clearly.• Identify your company

and yourself.• Be polite.• Follow your company’s

rules.• Be helpful.

Staying Safe

Be careful.

Use safety equipment.

Do the job to standards. Don’t take shortcuts.

Don’t do anything you wouldn’t want the boss to see.

Don’t let someone get hurt. Report safety hazards.

Keys to Good Communication

Share important information.

Show and tell how to do something.

Don’t make things too complicated if you want to be understood.

Focus on what is important.

Read all written instructions for a task before you begin.

How to Get Along with Others

If you want to get along, don’t steamroll others.

You are not the director. The boss is.

Don’t fight uphill battles. Know when to walk away from conflict.

Be open-minded about diversity.

Don’t gossip. It leads to trouble.

Don’t be a snoop. Mind your own business.

Don’t lose your temper. Stay calm to stay employed.

Manage your stress.

• Take slow, deep breaths in and out.

• Stretch.

• Try doing something else for a minute.

• Don’t worry about problems; solve them.

Stop! Think it through before you go and do.

Talk it out. Don’t knock them out.

Don’t play the victim. Take responsibility for your conduct.

To resolve problems, be willing to meet in the middle.

Be a team player at work. Go team!

In conclusion…

If you put this information to use, you’ll be a good worker!