What is it and how do demonstrate it? Work Ethic: What is it and how do demonstrate it? Start a K-W-L chart on YOUR paper.

Brainstorm Time Listen to directions!!

Work Ethic How an employee shows their employer they are worth their paycheck?

Work Ethic A good work ethic is an attitude that combines hard work, good performance & dependable results

Work Ethic How does a person like Will Smith and you find success through a strong WORK ETHIC? Click the Bricks to hear Will Smith talk about his childhood and his work ethic.

How do you know if you have it? Do you value your work? Do you refuse to look for the easy way out? Do you always take pride in the results of your work?

How do you know if you have it? Do you look for ways to make your job more efficient? Do you sometimes work later than scheduled, if necessary?

How do you know if you have it? If you answered yes to the previous questions… you probably have a good work ethic!

Act in a Professional Manner Be on Time! Be Polite! Be Respectful! Be Dependable! Show Initiative!

Initiative…What’s that?? Initiative is the ability to get a job done on your own, without someone constantly reminding you. People with initiative often come up with new ideas and ways to solve problems Self motivated people often volunteer for the challenging assignments

Act in a Professional Manner Avoid gossip Do not use profanity Be trustworthy

Keep your Personal Life Private Avoid discussing personal problems at work Keep personal phone calls to a minimum

Do not Steal! Stealing is illegal and unethical at all times Taking office supplies or food from the storeroom is stealing Taking cash from the cash register is stealing Letting your friends eat without charging them is stealing

Do Not Waste Resources Wasting resources costs the company money and can lead to environmental problems. Encourage your employer to recycle if they aren’t already!

Review: The Four Guidelines to Work Ethic Act in a Professional Manner Keep Your Personal Life Private Do Not Steal Do not Waste Resources

Resource Reynolds, J.S. (2010) Hospitality Services. IL: The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc.