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Pick on concept from the assigned reading that you found useful or interesting and discuss it.
The concept I find interesting is reflected in Table 8.3 “Some rules for Professional Behavior.” According to Sarah Trenholm, “Some of the rules are: remember that you’re there to work…manage time and responsibilities effectively…and remember that you share public space with others and must therefore take their comfort and concerns into account” (Trenholm 2008, pg. 228).
It just amazes me how some people’s work ethics can survive in a work environment. For example, in our department, we had three administrative assistants. Two of us were hard workers; we did our work and rarely complained. However, one woman in particular, punched in and then went to breakfast for about 30 minutes every day, and then she visited for an hour or so in the morning and in the afternoon, and still complained she had too much work. Needless to say, admin #2 and #3 would get upset with her as we considered her to be a slacker. Yet, she got away with it. The good news, she got laid off.
In addition, I worked under several doctors as I began working, so I was mentored by two doctors in particular who taught me how to work smart. Therefore, I believe I manage my time and work in a very organized and efficient manner. However, I see other co-workers who just spin their wheels and yet are not producing as much as I do.
Finally, it really upsets me when a co-worker in the next cubicle is in a conference call and instead of going into a conference room and conducting his/her meeting; the people around them have to put up with their conversations. An example, I sit next to a conference room, so people come into the room and start their meeting without closing the door. So, I decided to be proactive and I put a sign on the outside of the door that reads, “Please close this door when meeting is in session. Thank you.” It sure helps.
I think people tend to under estimate the importance of professional behavior. It can really get you far in the professional world.
ReplyDeleteMy mother had a similar situation at her work. One of her coworkers would get to work 15 minutes late, turn on her computer and THEN go to get coffee. Because certain sites are blocked at her work her coworker would go on her iphone to go on myspace, facebook, ect. It would upset all the other employees because they were not her superior so they did not want to tell her that her work ethics were wrong. But at the same time it frustrated them because they had to make up for her slack.
I think that people should remember that when at work they are on company time and thus should stay professional and devote themselves to the job.
Have a good weekend,
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This was a really good post with great examples. I too have had experience when I am working in the same department or group of people and one person had terrible work ethic. Not only is it frustrating to be around but, their lack of progress can make your department look bad. What happens is you have to start motivating your department or taking on more responsibility. Both of these outcomes are not part of your job description.
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