How to be Professional at Work

You see everyone at work scoring promotions and climbing up the ladder to success. Now how is this possible you might ask me. Business etiquette is key to success as an individual in the workforce. It’s not only what you do, but also really “how” you do it that separates you from your co-workers. One must listen carefully, be reliable, and also stay positive in order to triumph in the workplace. 

• To be effective in the workplace you must first listen carefully to what is being asked of you. When you listen and understand with clarity, you will be much more prepared to work with purpose and direction (Diana 2014). Listening is one component that is key to being professional in the workplace.
• A professional employee is also reliable. Anyone can understand what needs to be done; actually doing it becomes the problem. Sometimes we justify delaying certain tasks for other tasks we prefer, and sometimes we avoid working on certain projects that do not interest us. To earn success, you must be reliable (Alison, 2013).
•  To be successful, you must first believe you may become a success story. Being positive will give you the lightness of mood and energy in order to bring about exciting moments in your career. Others will love to be around you, and you will soon find yourself being supported by those you work with.

            Remember to listen, to be reliable, and to be positive. I know first hand that if you develop these qualities that you will climb the ladder of success at work. So remember that how successful you are at work is totally up to you!

References

Green, Alison (July 22, 2013). What does it mean to be professional at work? Retrieved from: http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/2013/07/22/what-does-it-mean-to-be-professional-at-work.

      Podmoroff, Diana (2014). Professionalism. Retrieved from: http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/professionalism.htm

Tips To Successful Teamwork

Have you ever noticed an amazing project or production, or something that stood out to you? I came to find that behind every good project, you will find teamwork. Teamwork allows you to do things that are normally unattainable. It brings motivation, desire, and effectiveness. This is only possible by setting goals, following leaders, and having open communication among team members. This list of tips for teamwork will help you to understand what I mean.

·      Goals - Your team needs to have a goal in mind, or purpose of coming together. This is essential to effectiveness because it allows your team members to share the same vision. Make SMART goals. (Podmorrof)

·      Leadership - Someone needs to be in charge. Management is necessary in order to provide some source of credibility among team members; a sense of belonging and purpose. Leaders should encourage, uplift, and support team members to be proactive in their production.

·      Communication - Without communication tools team members will lose direction and instruction. ( Lerner) This is absolutely essential and provides a way for team members to coordinate well among themselves.

    When these 3 different tips I have provided are implemented, your team will be able to do reach their potential. So keep on working on your goals. Put great people in leadership positions, and finally, make sure there is always open communication in your team.

References

    Podmorrof, D. (2013, 08 30). Personal goal setting. http://www.mindtools.com/page6.html

    Lerner, H. (2012, 07 18). Must-have communication tools for every business. Retrieved from http://www.forbes.com/sites/hannylerner/2012/07/18/must-have-communication-tools-for-every-business/

Tips for Team Effectiveness!

Have you ever noticed an amazing project or production? Something that stood out to you? Many different examples may be flowing through your mind, and I'm sure it directly routes you to wonder who or what was responsible. I have come to find that behind every good project, you will find teamwork. Teamwork allows you to do things that are normally inconceivable. It brings motivation, desire, and effectiveness. These are a few tips to help you know if you are being effective as a team:

• Goals - Your team needs to have a goal in mind, or purpose of coming together. This is essential to effectiveness because it allows your team members to share the same vision.
• Open Platform - Team members should feel free to speak their mind, share their thoughts, and provide input and/or ideas. This brings confidence to team members allowing them to work free from question or uncertainty.
• Leadership - Someone needs to be in charge. Management is necessary in order to provide some source of credibility among team members; a sense of belonging and purpose. Leaders should encourage, uplift, and support team members to be proactive in their production.
• Communication - Without communication team members will lose direction and instruction. This is absolutely essential and provides a way for team members to coordinate well among themselves.
• Consensus - Everyone needs to be on the same page. This brings unity and coercion among team members. Team members will be more willing to work together, while being together.
• Team Reviews - Their needs to be some sort of check up on effectiveness and work ethic. Team members must know that there part is essential in the overall big picture. They must know that they will be accountable for their workload.