It seems like today everyone is focusing on the company and what they need to do to keep employees loyal, engaged and happy. Does this need to be all on the company? Have employees evolved so much that we can't adapt to a changing work environment? Do Baby Boomers feel more entitled because they’ve been around longer? Why is everyone piling on Millennials for jumping from job to job? These are all great questions and below are a few traits that make you a better employee and person.
It starts with honesty. You can have all the talent in the world but without honesty or integrity you’re going nowhere.
Be a great communicator because the fastest way to lose your integrity is lying. Say what you mean and mean what you say.
Be self-motivated. This comes from within and if you require someone to keep reminding you, chances are you won’t be around long.
Exhibit a drive to improve yourself. Demonstrate your Leadership skills and the desire to enhance your role within the company. The greatest gift we can bestow on others is a good example.
Be a team player. Never hesitate to help out a fellow employee, even if it’s no benefit to you. Companies love employees that speak in terms of “We” and “Us”
Respect everyone. People will forget what you did, they’ll forget what you said, but they’ll never forget how you made them feel. Discuss problems with co-workers to their face and compliment them behind their back. Don’t do anything during the day that keeps you up at night.
Be positive because it's contagious. People will enjoy being around you.
Be happy. Happiness is not ready made, it comes from you own actions. Smiling is contagious and it’s the simplest way to communicate.
