HOW DO YOU KEEP YOUR JOB?

1.      Be punctual in reporting for work and absent only when it is absolutely necessary.

2.      Dress attractively and appropriately at all times.

3.      Critical remarks or gossip about your employees or supervisor will not increase your opportunities for advancement or even for continued employment. Your employer has a right to expect you to be loyal.

4.      Accept criticism without resentment and without alibis.  Everyone makes mistakes and so will you. Learn by these mistakes and be sure that you do not repeat the same error more than once.

5.      On every job there are some assignments that are more appealing than others. Accept your share of disagreeable chores without complaint, without slowing down, and without loafing.

6.      Be considerate of the people around you – quiet, unobtrusive, helpful.

7.      Time is set aside for coffee breaks and lunch periods. Stay within these limits.

8.      Personal phone calls should be made or received only when absolutely necessary.

9.      When you are not busy offer to help someone else who is.

10.  Company supplies and equipment cost money. Be thrifty and careful in their use.

11.  Maintain a generally pleasant manner. Be cordial and responsive in relations with your co-workers.

12.  The social visits with other employees should be undertaken only after or before working hours.

13.  Every job significant in a well-organized business. If there is any doubt as to your job responsibilities, consult your supervisor. Ask questions until there is a complete understanding.

14.  Constantly strive  for improvement in the performance of your job. Learn as fast and as much as you can about the requirements of your employment.

15.  Your speaking voice, your vocabulary, and your grammar can hinder your advancement if they are substandard.  It is never –ending challenge to better yourself in these areas.

16.  Work hard and do the very best job of which you are capable.

17.  Your personal problems are just that. Keep them to yourself.

18.  The business community is constantly in a state of change. Stay flexible and adjust to these changes.