Work Ethic

Another defining character trait of a quality person is their work ethic. Someone’s work ethic will tell you a lot about their attitude and character.

Question: In school, or at work, would you rather work on a project with someone who is lazy, puts in minimal effort, or assumes that you will do the majority of the work required to accomplish the task? Or would you like to work on a project with someone who is excited, willing to put in work, willing to get their hands dirty, and willing to do what it takes to finish the job with excellence? I think the answer is pretty clear.

When it comes to you, which one do you tend to be?

Someone who has a good work ethic is not lazy, a procrastinator, or someone who sits back and expects someone else to do what needs to be done. Having a good work ethic implies that you have values or principles that influence how you will act, behave, and work. Your work ethic will directly affect productivity, reputation, and the likelihood of others wanting or not wanting to be associated with you.

A work ethic tells others that you care, you are willing to actually put effort in, and are willing to pull your own weight on a project. When others know that you have a good work ethic, they know that they can trust and rely on you to help and not hinder a project.

Having a good work ethic not only helps others but helps you too. If you have a good work ethic, you are more likely to succeed in your various pursuits. Goals, dreams, and aspirations are not the result of wishful thinking. They are the result of focused effort and work. But, if you are not someone with a good work ethic, then you will find yourself being the main issue and hindrance to your own goals and dreams.