Valuable Employee Traits

Companies can benefit greatly by employing individuals who are punctual, cheerful, and successful. A professional employee will show coworkers that their time is valuable by being punctual. In a work environment, a professional employee is also one who is able to stay positive at times when others might be giving up. The last trait is successful, which is shown by an employee’s desire to succeed at the current job and all previous jobs.

A truly professional employee is always punctual and, by being punctual, shows respect to those around him or her. Because “employee lateness leads to substantial financial costs” (Koslowsky & Dishon-berkovits, 2010), employees show that they are invested in the success and prosperity of the business by avoiding tardiness.

          Not only can tardiness cause a loss in a firm’s revenue, but an unhappy employee could potentially cause loss in revenue as well. Cheerful employees create a positive working environment that can help those around them work hard and stay positive (Sundheim, 2013). A cheerful employee reflects positively on his or her place of employment and acts as a favorable liaison for potential clients and business partners.

          A final trait that is potentially more valuable is an employee’s desire to be successful. A person who comes into a company with a drive to succeed will both propel him or herself upward in the company and help the company move forward.

          Whether the company is small or large, an employee who is punctual, cheerful, and successful will reflect positively on the company for potential clients or partners and help the company grow. An employee who exhibits these traits can be extremely valuable to a company.

References

Koslowsky, M., & Dishon-berkovits, M. (2010). Determinants of employee punctuality. The Journal of Social Psychology, 142(6), 723-727.

Sundheim, K. (2013, April 02). 15 traits of the ideal employee. Retrieved from http://www.forbes.com/fdc/welcome_mjx.shtml

Camaraderie

Teamwork is a key part of the business community. To create efficient teamwork, here are several ideas of effective teamwork. First, elect a strong leader, one who is respected among the group. Second, communication, all members must feel comfortable sharing ideas. Third, focus on the common goal, and know how to get there. As a team, know what you are trying to achieve. Fourth, one that I find important amongst the team, is confidence in one another’s strengths and abilities.

            Electing a strong leader should be the team’s first responsibility. And here are several aspects that formulate a good leader. A leader should be humble and willing to work hard for the team. A leader should be open to suggestions and finding ways to improve both themselves and the group.

            Communication ties in closely with electing a strong leader. An Environment needs to be created in which everyone feels comfortable addressing ideas and concerns one with another. It is important that, not only the leader is respected, but everyone under him or her are also respected. This mutual respect comes from honest communication and listening skills. ("Legal Academic Skills Centre")

            Both of the previous aspects help people work to accomplish a common goal. Having a mutual understanding of the common goal is crucial. It keeps people focused and creates camaraderie. With the same end goal in mind, teammates are able to work moving forward.

            Finally, the last aspect of good teamwork helps all of the other steps. Confidence in one another is one of the most important facets of good teamwork (Heathfield). Being in tune with each other’s strengths and weaknesses, and creates an honest environment where one can better themselves. Confidence makes people want to work harder knowing that their peers believe in them.

            All of these components combine to create effective teamwork. They help and create an environment that cultivates everyone’s individual ideas and talents. This is built by creating mutual respect and electing a leader who cares about the ideas of the individuals and leads by example. With all of these things combined, a group of people will be able to act as an effective team and work towards accomplishing their goals.