Work ethic is a set of essential values that strengthens your character, boosts your career, and leads to a more fulfilling life. In addition, a strong work ethic is instrumental in helping an organization achieve success. Work ethic is as much an attitude as it is an activity. As Ken Blanchard, leadership expert and author,… [Read More]
Why Work If You Don’t Have To?
Which person is better off — someone who gets everything handed to them on a silver platter or someone who has to work hard for everything they get? Your first reaction might be that winning the lottery sounds pretty good, thank you. After all, why bust your chops if you can get everything without doing… [Read More]
Do You Have a Strong Work Ethic?
Do you know folks who work long hours, but get little done? They spend more time complaining about their workload than actually doing their job. And when they’re not whining or complaining about their organization, they’re gossiping or criticizing what other people do (ugh). I’m sure you know these folks, and I do too. They… [Read More]
There’s No Substitute for Hard Work
You Can’t Force People to Care
There’s great truth in the saying, “You either have it or you don’t.” It’s certainly true when it comes to the skills required to succeed. Some people choose to fail. (Yes, you read that right.) Some folks lack the skills to get ahead, but others suffer from a poor attitude. Skills are acquired; attitude is… [Read More]