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The Golden Rule says, "Do unto others as you would have them do to you" (Luke 6:31). This quote is the roadmap to a peaceful environment in the workplace or any other virtual, public, or shared space. For now, let's consider Be-Attitudes for the Workplace.
Be Reliable – Say what you mean and do what you say. If you volunteer for a project or task, give it your best. Also, let your team members know they can count on you when they need help. Don't make excuses. Brad Huebert (bradhuebert.com) describes the difference between reasons and explanations. He says, "Reasons get Respect; Excuses are shamed." He also said Reasons Improve morale; excuses destroy it.
Be Empathetic - Do you judge others quickly when they are quiet or if they occasionally choose to be by themselves? Perhaps someone suddenly snapped at you. We cannot predict why people act or feel at a given moment. God made us all different. Our levels of tolerance are not the same. Know when to be quiet and listen without being judgmental.
Be Sincere – Do you know of someone who ingratiates people in high positions, or those who have money, or people who have the power to give them something? Another word for this is kissing up. Unfortunately, there is too much of this in the workplace. What makes it worse is that the targets might not realize you are using them. Be Sincere.
Be Personable - Be pleasant! Be genuinely friendly. Start conversations with others who appear to be by themselves. Invite him/her to lunch – but don’t go overboard, you might push them away.
Be Ethical – Be Honest, show integrity, do what you feel is right; don't discriminate based on age, gender, or color. Look for the best in everyone - even those who don't look like you.
Be a Champion – Be an agent of change. Don’t be afraid to learn new things. Share knowledge so you can win as a team.
Be a Team Player – Don't try to manipulate people to follow your point of view. Don't try to take charge of every project. Honor others' opinion. Make decisions as a team. When you are voicing your ideas a lot more than others in your group – it might be time to evaluate yourself.
Finally, ask yourself this question; if everyone on my team was just like me, what kind of a team would it be?
The Golden Rule says, "Do unto others as you would have them do to you" (Luke 6:31). This quote is the roadmap to a peaceful environment in the workplace or any other virtual, public, or shared space. For now, let's consider Be-Attitudes for the Workplace.
Be Reliable – Say what you mean and do what you say. If you volunteer for a project or task, give it your best. Also, let your team members know they can count on you when they need help. Don't make excuses. Brad Huebert (bradhuebert.com) describes the difference between reasons and explanations. He says, "Reasons get Respect; Excuses are shamed." He also said Reasons Improve morale; excuses destroy it.
Be Empathetic - Do you judge others quickly when they are quiet or if they occasionally choose to be by themselves? Perhaps someone suddenly snapped at you. We cannot predict why people act or feel at a given moment. God made us all different. Our levels of tolerance are not the same. Know when to be quiet and listen without being judgmental.
Be Sincere – Do you know of someone who ingratiates people in high positions, or those who have money, or people who have the power to give them something? Another word for this is kissing up. Unfortunately, there is too much of this in the workplace. What makes it worse is that the targets might not realize you are using them. Be Sincere.
Be Personable - Be pleasant! Be genuinely friendly. Start conversations with others who appear to be by themselves. Invite him/her to lunch – but don’t go overboard, you might push them away.
Be Ethical – Be Honest, show integrity, do what you feel is right; don't discriminate based on age, gender, or color. Look for the best in everyone - even those who don't look like you.
Be a Champion – Be an agent of change. Don’t be afraid to learn new things. Share knowledge so you can win as a team.
Be a Team Player – Don't try to manipulate people to follow your point of view. Don't try to take charge of every project. Honor others' opinion. Make decisions as a team. When you are voicing your ideas a lot more than others in your group – it might be time to evaluate yourself.
Finally, ask yourself this question; if everyone on my team was just like me, what kind of a team would it be?