about work ethics

1. The Learning Goals:
The importance of developing a
strong work ethic and how the
work ethic you develop will
impact your future as an
employee.
Work Ethic
Presented By: Olowodagba O.E

2. What is Work Ethic?
The Definition:
A standard of conduct and values
for job performance
In specific terms, work ethics is about what is morally
correct, honourable and acceptable to the larger
majority of the people of an organization, society or
group.

3. Top 10 Work Ethics
 Attendance
 Character
 Team Work
 Appearance
 Attitude
 Productivity
 Organizational Skills
 Communication
 Cooperation
 Respect

5.  Limit Absences
Be at work every day possible
Plan your absences
Don’t abuse leave time
 Come to work on time
Be punctual every day

6.  Be dependable
Complete assigned tasks correctly and promptly
 Be loyal
Speak positively about the company

8.  Leadership abilities
The ability to be led and/or to become the leader
 Be a team player
The ability to get along with others – including those you
don’t necessarily like, Cooperation is the key
to productivity
 Be a contributing member
The ability to carry your own weight and help others
who are struggling
 Accept compromise
Recognize when to speak up with an idea and when to
compromise by blending ideas together

10.  Dress Appropriately
No organization likes to have a shabbily dressed employee.
Shave daily if you have to and do not use strong perfumes.
Dress for Success!
Remember that you are a representative of
your organisation, how you dress &
Act can reflect on the organisation.
Never wear revealing clothes to work. Body piercing and tattoo are a strict
no no at the workplace. Females should avoid wearing heavy
jewellery/make-up to work.

12.  Good manners
• Maintain good eye contact
• Monitor the volume of conversations
• Keep personal telephone conversations and emails to a minimum
• Maintain privacy - keep all workplace conversations professional
• Avoid interruptions & Use appropriate tone of Voice
• Appropriate introductions – introduce someone by their title
and last name (Ms. Mrs. Mr. Dr. ), unless otherwise specified
•Be a good Listener & Soft spoken.
•Show common respect and consideration for others
Remember that the first impression of who
you are can last a lifetime

14.  Have a good attitude
Listen to suggestions, Be positive
 Accept responsibility for ones work
If you make a mistake, admit it
 Take pride in your work
Do things the best you know how
 Don’t be dissatisfied all the time
You agreed to the work/pay/hours

16.  Written Communications
Being able to correctly write
reports and memos
 Verbal Communications
Being able to communicate one on
one or to a group

18.  Work hard
Work to the best of your ability
Traits of a Winning Employee
 Carry out orders
Do what’s asked the first time
 Show respect
Accept and acknowledge an
individuals talents and knowledge

20. Thank you
Whatever you do just do it with all your heart…..