Course: Career Communication

Positive Work Ethic Lecture

Businesses today are under pressure to operate ethically and to be socially responsible. Ethical behavior on the part of those who represent a business can be a major factor in the success of the business

Imagine you are the boss and you are getting ready to hire a new employee. Demonstrating a positive work ethic is an important attribute as you go to hire.

As an employee or a job seeker consider what demonstrating a good work ethic means:

- is it what an employee will or will not..
- How will you recognize a negative or poor work ethic? This prospective employee will or will not...

Employer Expections

Demonstrating a good work ethic means that this employee:

1. Is responsible
  - Shows up to work in time
  - Completes work on time
  - Follows-through
  - Puts forth their best effort
2. Is focused on quality
  - Cares beyond "the bare minimum" and focuses on the quality of their work
3. Is disciplined
  - Is committed to the task at hand
4. Can work effectively with others in order to meet the objectives of the organization
5. Is honest
6. Has a positive attitude