How to Be a Good Employee

1. Decide if you are working for a company that has a motto or
standard that you are comfortable with, and if the company goal is
something you believe in. If you are working for an honorable
establishment, then you will be treated with respect due to your position.

2. Behave professionally.

3. Learn to take criticism. It will provide you with ideas on what
people expect from you and what you need to work on first.

4. Learn to do your job, and do it well. Select tough high-paying
jobs and learn how to do them, regardless of if you think they are
hard. Salary is most commonly based upon years of experience, tenure
with the company, and your educational background.

5. Keep a clean job history.

6. If your present employer wishes to contact your previous
employer, do not deny their request. Leaving a company on good terms
is always an asset to securing another job.

7. Never be on time. Always arrive early. Be at least 15 minutes
early everyday. That way, if you are running late, you will be on time. .

8. Ask your supervisor what the expectations for productivity are.
This will immediately make you stand out from 95% of the other employees.

9. Quit whining about what's wrong and start being vocal about
what's right! A positive attitude goes a long way with many supervisors.

10. Don't drag your feet. We mean this in a literal way.

11. Be quiet and work. Quit gossiping and get to work. Your employer
is not paying you to gossip.

12. Always be productive. Don't let paper sit on your desk for days
on end. Get the work done and move on to the next thing as quickly as
possible.

13. Don't dress like your co-workers, dress as well or better than
your boss.

14. Hold your head high and be confident

15. Volunteer or be active in projects to get the job done. Don't
worry about who gets credit. Be a team player.

16. Don't spend a lot of time on personal phone calls. Work is for work.

17. Stay late, even if it is only 15-20 minutes. People notice who
runs for the door at 5:30 pm.

18. Offer junior employees guidance and encouragement. Offer to show
them the ropes or offer training tips.