Session 1.pptx developing our character in the workpalce

Editor's Notes

• #15: Organizations that fail to include honesty among their company values set themselves up for a variety of potential problems. On the flip side, honest environments set the stage for some great things to happen.
• #18: Accountability is the acceptance of responsibility for honest and ethical conduct towards others.
• #19: A workplace that values accountability may also foster greater commitment and increased employee happiness. This is because feeling responsible for one's actions and work can create a greater feeling of control and autonomy. Individuals who feel that they control their own impact may be more likely to make that impact a positive one.
• #21: Examples of respect in the workplace include giving coworkers at every level your attention, listening to their opinions and conversing with kindness.
• #22: Importance of respect in the workplace Respect reduces stress Respect increases productivity and collaboration Respect improves employee satisfaction Respect creates a fair environment
• #26: Be mindful of your perspective. Instead of saying “I can’t do this,” say “I can’t do this yet, but I can learn.” Think of challenges as learning opportunities. Make a list of your strengths. Knowing what you’re good at — whether it’s problem-solving, computer coding, mentoring, or closing tough deals — can boost your confidence. If you’re interested in learning more about your strengths and talents, consider taking an online personality inventory, such as the CliftonStrengths assessment. This one-hour, 177-question “test” assesses participants’ natural patterns of thinking and then provides them with personalized insights about their strengths and weaknesses in areas such as strategic thinking, relationship building, and influencing, among others. Maryville students are given the opportunity to participate in the CliftonStrengths assessment free of charge. Make a list of best- and worst-case outcomes. Focusing on positive outcomes can help make them a reality and give you the courage to move forward; conversely, facing your worst fears head-on can take away their power. Step outside your comfort zone. Workplace courage is a muscle that needs to be exercised. The more you use your courage muscles, the stronger they’ll become. If you’re nervous about traveling alone to an upcoming conference, consider going out to dinner by yourself to get used to dining alone. If you’re unsure about speaking up about corporate policies, practice voicing your concerns to a friend.
• #29: How do you show trustworthiness at work and how to make your boss trust you? Be punctual. Always show up on time and don’t miss deadlines. Don’t make your team guess where Waldo is instead of discussing important issues at a meeting. They’ll perceive you as unreliable. It’s also disrespectful to others. Be consistent. Don’t give 110% one day and 23,54% the next day. No one will know what to expect from you and if they can trust you with the next project.Consistency also applies to your words and your actions being aligned: if you give someone your word, keep it. Give praise and credit where it’s due. It will make your coworkers feel valued, especially if they can tell it’s genuine, and it will show that you’re a team player. Give good constructive criticism. When someone asks you to give your opinion, try to give a thoughtful and honest answer. Of course, don’t be too harsh (social intelligence is absolutely needed in instances like this): be kind, but also point out things that should be improved.The difference between wanting to help someone and being rude is the intention you are speaking with, but lines can get blurred in delivery, so be aware of that. Don’t hide information. I don’t think this one needs further explanation – would you trust someone knowing they hid something from you? Avoid gossip. If someone talks badly about others to you, they’ll talk badly about you to others.