Work Ethic

01 Definition
What is work ethic?
Table of
Contents 02 Purpose
Why is work Ethic important?

03 Work Ethic Skills

What skills to focus on?

04 Demonstrating
How to improve work ethic?
“The price of success is hard work, dedication
to the job at hand, and the determination that
whether we win or lose, we have applied the
best of ourselves to the task at hand.”

― Vince Lombardi
01. What is Work Ethic?
 Defining Work Ethic

● Work ethic is an attitude of determination and dedication toward one’s job.

● It is set of moral principles that an employee uses in the performance of his job.
● Basically, work ethic can refer to how you feel about your job or career, so it
covers your attitude and behavior.
 Defining Work Ethic

● It also pertains to how you do your job, or the responsibilities that come
attached with it. The level of respect you show your co-workers and people you
meet at work, and how you communicate and interact with them, also defines
your work ethic.
02. Why is Work Ethic
Important?
 Importance of Work Ethic

● Having and demonstrating a strong work ethic is important because it can help you
quickly achieve career goals.
● When you possess work ethic skills, you will likely perform quality work, have strong
relationships with colleagues and work towards achieving important tasks that add value
to your organization.
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● Good work ethic will lead to favorable reviews at work along with strong references and
recommendations. Showing that you are a reliable employee will also lead to more
responsibilities and opportunities—for example, work ethic is necessary for leadership
roles.
● Displaying a strong work ethic can result in you being a highly valuable team member
which can lead to beneficial advances in your career such as a raise, promotion or
management position.
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● A strong work ethic will show the strength of your character and present you as an all-
around positive person. In the workplace, this will be to your advantage. If you are looked
at favorably by your co-workers and superiors, you’d have better chances at advancing
your career. You’d be viewed as someone who can interact with, and even lead, other
people very well. This show of leadership will increase your chances of rising up the
ranks of the organization.
03. What Skills to Focus on?
Work ● ATTITUDE - Staying positive in every
situation. Take control of the way you react.

Ethic Skills ● ATTENDANCE - Showing you’re reliable in

every phase of your life. Be on time, every
The seven workplace skills that time.
comprise Work Ethic are:
● APPEARANCE - Being professional both in
the way you act, and the way you look.
Choose to be a pro.

● AMBITION - Taking initiative and adding

value. Do more than the minimum.
Work ● ACCEPTANCE - Having respect and
following direction. Be coachable and play by

Ethic Skills ●
the rules.

APPRECIATION - Demonstrating your

The seven workplace skills that gratitude towards others. Provide selfless
comprise Work Ethic are: service.

● ACCOUNTABILITY - Living honestly and

having integrity with every decision you
make. Refuse to rationalize bad decisions.
04. How to Improve Work Ethic?
 Demonstrate & Improve Work Ethic

● Demonstrating your work ethic often simply means doing small things each day that make
you a better teammate to your colleagues, clients and managers. Here are several tips you
might consider when improving your work ethic:

● Minimize distractions. To demonstrate your discipline, it can be helpful to put away

things that might hinder or distract from your work.
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● Set goals. It can be helpful to focus on improving one or two work ethic qualities at a
time. To do so, ask trusted colleagues or mentors to help you identify some areas for
improvement. Start with these areas and try applying the SMART goal framework for
specific, measurable goals.
● Take notice of how you spend your time. During a workweek, pay close attention to
what takes up your time.
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● Stay organized. Take some time to organize your notes, email inbox, desk and any other
workspaces. This can help keep you focus and create a simple, more relaxing workday. It
can also contribute to better time management skills.
● Practice balance. It is important that you take breaks and have a healthy work/life
balance. Working until you are burned out can decrease productivity and effectively
reduce your work ethic. Take regular time off and schedule breaks throughout your
workday.
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● Believe in what you’re working on. Feeling excited about your company’s mission, the
work you are doing or some other aspect of your job can help increase your work ethic.
Look for aspects of your work that you are naturally drawn to and focus on those.
● Manage your time wisely. Being on time and completing tasks by (or preferably before)
due dates is an easy and obvious way to show work ethic. It also sets you up for success.
You will be less likely to make mistakes due to rushing and you can be more present and
active during meetings when you do not feel exasperated from hurrying.
 References:
● 7 Things You Should Do To Demonstrate A Strong Work Ethic To Your Employer. (2017, March 31). Cleverism.
https://www.cleverism.com/7-things-demonstrate-strong-work-ethic/
● Work Ethic Skills: Top 8 Values to Develop. (2020). Indeed Career Guide.
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/work-ethic-skills
● Performance Tips: Developing a Strong Work Ethic. (2020). Cornerstoneondemand.Com.
https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/performance-tips-developing-strong-work-ethic
● Tips to Demonstrate Work Ethic. (2020). Indeed Career Guide.
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/tips-to-demonstrate-work-ethic
● https://www.facebook.com/WorkEthicCenter. (2018, June 29). What is Work Ethic? - The Center for Work Ethic
Development. The Center for Work Ethic Development. https://workethic.org/what-is-a-work-ethic/#attitude