The Ways To Keep Your Job And Get Ahead

“Have you beheld a man skillful in his work? Before kings is where he will station himself.”​

Skillful workers are often highly valued. What are some skills and qualities that employers appreciate in their workers? George, the director of human resources for a company that employs 700 people, says; “What we value in an employee is his ability to communicate well and work harmoniously with others.” Let us discourse practical advice that can help you to improve in these skills, thus increasing your prospects of keeping your job. Consider some examples.

Communicate Effectively

The work of an effective communicator begins before he opens his mouth. This one should be swift about hearing, slow about speaking.  Why is this good advice? When anyone is replying to a matter before he hears it, that is foolishness on his part and a humiliation. Indeed, listening closely to your employer and to your fellow workers can prevent misunderstandings and keep you from making foolish mistakes.

When you speak, the way you do so is also important. If you speak clearly and with sufficient volume, it is more likely that you will be understood, and this will heighten a listener’s respect for what you say. Brian, an employment consultant says; “You would be surprised how many people lose their jobs, not because of lack of technical skill, but because they lack the ability to communicate effectively.”

Work Well With Others

In view of the amount of time you spend with workmates, you will no doubt get to know them quite well. As a result, you might be tempted to gossip about them, highlighting their mistakes and shortcomings. However, individuals should learn to make it their aim to live quietly and to mind your own business. By doing this, you will avoid gaining a reputation as a busybody in other people’s matters. Moreover, you will avoid wasting time and causing needless friction with your workmates.

When you are asked to perform a task, If you gain a reputation as a hard worker​—one who will go the extra mile—​you will be more likely to keep your job. Of course, there is a limit to what an employer can rightly ask of you.

Be Honest

One survey of more than 1,400 firms revealed that the majority of employers “ranked honesty and integrity as qualities that impress them most in job candidates.” Obviously, being honest involves not stealing money or materials from your employer. It also means not stealing time. A study conducted by one employment agency found that time theft amounted to an average of 4 hours and 15 minutes per employee each week. Among other things, these time thieves were habitually late, left work early, and socialized with other employees while at work.

 If you have a reputation for working well​—even when not supervised—​you are an employee to be trusted.