Work ethic is defined as a set of values based on diligence and hard work that enhances character. Workers exhibiting good work ethic should be selected for better positions and promotion. Those lacking work ethic may not provide fair value and should not have greater responsibility. An outstanding worker has integrity, is honest, takes responsibility, emphasizes quality, has discipline, a sense of teamwork, a positive attitude, and respects others. Maintaining interpersonal skills requires being prepared, developing good habits, keeping employers informed, following dress codes, respecting breaks and rules, and avoiding problem coworkers or substances at work.

1. GOOD WORK
ETHIC

2. I. Work ethic
A) is a set of values based on hard work
or ______________________diligence

3. It is also a belief in the moral benefit of work
and its ability to enhance
________________________________character

4. B) Workers exhibiting a good work ethic in theory
should be selected for better positions, more
responsibility and ultimately____________________promotion

5. C) Workers who fail to exhibit a good work ethic may be
regarded as failing to provide fair value for the wage
the employer is ________________________thempaying

6. And should not be promoted or placed in
positions of greater responsibility

7. D) According to Steven Malanga ( a newspaper writer)
work ethic is not just hard work but also a set of
accompanying ____________ crucial to the development
of a company or an institution.
virtues

8. E) Remember that money
___________________________ more money and its
offspring can produce more
produces

9. F) If you kill a breeding cow, you
_______________ her offspring to a
thousandth generation
kill

10. If a person dies _______________________, just calculate all the
salary he should have earned until he retired and after
retirement and how many people , especially his family, would
have benefitted from his work
prematurely

11. G) Many conservatives believe that laziness is
morally _____________________,even
reprehensible (worthy of rebuke)
wrong

12. Because one is not doing the share of the work
and living off of the hard work of others, and
so opposed to welfare programs.

13. Virtues Crucial to
Development

14. What are the characteristics of an
outstanding worker?

18. WRONG is
WRONG even if
everyone is
doing it.
RIGHT is RIGHT
even if
no one is doing
it.

21. 1) It stretches to all aspects of an
employee’s job

22. An employee with integrity fosters trusting
_______________________ with clients, coworkers
and supervisors.
relationships

23. 2) Coworkers value the employee’s
ability to give ____________________
feedback
honest

24. 3) Clients trust the employee’s
advice.

25. Supervisors rely on the
employee’s high moral standards,

26. Trusting him not to __________________
from the company or create problems
steal

27. B) Sense of Responsibility
A strong sense of responsibility affects how an employee
________________ and the amount of work he does.works

28. He shows up on time

29. puts in his best effort

30. And completes projects to
the best of his _____________ability

31. C) Emphasis on Quality
Some employees do only the bare ________________,
just enough to keep their job intact.
minimum

32. D) Discipline
It takes a certain level of commitment to _______________________ your
tasks everyday. An employee with good discipline stays focused on
his goals and is determined to complete his assignments.
finish

33. These employees show a high level of
_____________________ to the company, always
ensuring they do their part.
dedication

34. E) Sense of Teamwork
Most employees have to work together to meet
company’s objective

35. An employee with a sense of teamwork helps a
team meet its goals and _______________________
quality of work.
deliver

36. F) Attitude
The way you approach your work and
your coworkers can affect how you
____________________ about your work
and yourself.
feel

37. A positive
attitude
can make
your work
more
_________.enjoyable

38. Pleasant people generally make other
people feel ______________________________good

39. G) Respect
Treat other people just like you want them to treat you.
This respect for others and their feelings will reflect
back to you.

40. Remember that you have to earn respect
from others. It is not automatically
given.

41. When you are working, make sure that good __________
are credited to the people who created them.
ideas

42. If you make a mistake ___________________
it and apologize for it.
admit

43. Use that mistake as a
_________________________ experience and
your job skills will improve.
learning

44. When you are at work, you should use language that
would be_______________ by your mother, by the
monks and by your favorite teacher.
accepted

45. Make sure you _________ other
people’s personal space
observe

46. Personal Space

47. Ask before you ________
other people’s things
use

48. Unless issued as a tool to carry out your job
duties, ______________are never welcomed
at legitimate workplaces
weapons

49. III. HOW TO
MAINTAIN
GOOD
INTERPERSONAL
SKILLS AND
KEEP YOUR JOB

50. A) Be Prepared for Work

51. B) Develop Good Work
Habits

52. C) Keep Your Employer
Informed

53. If you will be late and miss work, always
__________________________ your employer.inform

54. Employers will understand
if you are sick

55. Or need to arrange emergency care
for any child or adult in your care

56. D) Wear the Proper Clothing
Find out what kind of clothes are
__________________________ at your work.acceptable

57. D)Wear the Proper Clothing
Find out what kind of clothes are
__________________________ at your work.acceptable

58. What you wear should not impair your
ability to carry out your job or interfere
with your safety.

59. Some workplaces require formal
office wear (e.g. suits, ties, dresses)

60. Some employers will
provide uniforms.

61. Some workplaces will be
more informal

62. Before you wear ____________________ and
t-shirts to work, observe what people wear
during your first week of work
jeans

63. E) Don’t Abuse Your Breaks
Find out how many breaks are offered , how long they
are and when you should be ______________ at you work
area
back

64. F) Ask Questions
If you do not understand something, ask for a better explanation.
Employers expect new employees to ask for _______________ and
demonstrations.
instructions

65. Employers would rather spend a little more
time to train you than to spend a lot of time to
correct errors.

66. G) Find Out About Workplace Rules
Many employers have formal employment rules. These rules are often presented in
employee __________________,
Written policies and procedural manuals. Get copies when you first start working
and learning the rules.
handbooks

67. H)Do Not Use Drugs and Alcohol at Work
You can focus on your job duties and do them well. Your health will be
better. You will not have to worry about getting caught and having a
_________________ record. This record can __________________ you for
consideration in many jobs.
criminal disqualify

68. In addition, your employer’s name will be
protected and your employer will not be legally
liable for your disregard of law

69. I)Stay Away From Problem
Employees

70. Some people tend to be
_________________________ about their
jobs.
negative

71. Others may do things
against the rules

72. Waste time, or in other words
are not good workers

73. Spending time with these people will affect your
performance. Your coworkers and supervisors may
begin to see you as a __________________________. Be
friendly but do not associate with people like these
more than is necessary
problem

74. J)Be Willing to Take on
Additional Responsibilities

75. K)Dealing With Your Supervisor
All employers want their employees to succeed.
Your boss or supervisor is one of the most
__________________
people at your work site.
important

76. This person will help you learn your job duties and
___________________________ how well you do them.
In general, supervisors want you to do well.
evaluate

77. Keep a positve attitude towards your supervisor. Think of your
supervisor as the direct ___________________ to your
employer and as your coach. This person is a resource for you.
Treat them well and they should treat you well.
link

78. L) Improve Yourself
Your output at work depends on your __________________ and
abilities. Like many things in life, your job will depend on what
you put into it. Generally, your satisfaction (and that of your
supervisor!) depends on the quality of the work that you do.
skills

79. Keep your job __________________________ by improving your
current skills and by learning new skills. Keep your
career goals in mind. Find out the skills needed for other
jobs at your place of business. You may have those skills and
can apply for those jobs.
interesting

80. If you do not currently hold those skills, pursue any
____________________ that can help you develop them.
This includes training provided either at school or at
work.
training

81. M) Pay Attention
Listen to what your supervisor asks of you. If you do not understand what is
requested, ask for __________________
Instructions. While your supervisor may be managing the job as a whole, you are
responsible for your own
_______________________. Make sure you ______________ what is required of you before
you leap into action
clearer
performance know

82. N) Use Resources Wisely
Think about all the tasks that you have to get done and
assign priorities based on the resources and abilities of your
employer, your supervisor, your coworkers, and yourself.
Resources include other workers, time,
_______________________, supplies, energy.equipment

83. Sometimes working with other people can help you get
your task done ______________ and with less effort.
Sometimes you can finish the task more quickly by
yourself.
done

84. O) Know Yourself
Assess your ____________________ and weaknesses. What can you do
easily and correctly? What takes more time? Determine if
________________ can help. Training can be formal, offered by a school
or the employee’s training department; or it can be informal, when
you learn from your supervisor or fellow worker.
strengths
training

85. P) Online Postings
We live in a _____________________ world where photos and
other content are published online for the world to see. What
you might find acceptable might not be acceptable to your
employer. If you think your digital photos and writing are for
your eyes only, think again.
digital

86. Many employers access applicant’s Facebook and
MySpace pages as part of the ___________________
process.
Some continue to check your page once you are hired.
selection

87. Your online postings say a lot about your judgment. It sends a bad
signal to your employer if you think it is okay to _______________
inappropriate content. These types of postings could
___________________ you from moving up in your company.
post
prevent

88. Depending on what you post, you could even be
______________________! Your actions represent the organization
you work for. So think twice before you post your party pictures or
rants about your pet peeves online.
fired

89. By Ruth Lepago,
Work Education
Teacher
Bangkok,
Thailand