Being the Boss, for what you should be best known? In your main paid occupation, you work to be a professional in what you do. You show that you are competent and or skilled in that particular activity. You also now know that it is a good idea to emphasize learning how to get along better with people. Here are some ideas that will guide you to a more vital workforce.
Like my aunt used to say, “It’s not enough to know what you do; you have to love what you do.”
[Note: She never said she was the first to say it.]
First. Always “Smile!” Letting others see you enjoying smiling is an intelligent way to say to all that you are OK and you think they are OK too. Look at people in the eye when saying a kind or encouraging word to them or about their excellent work. When you work to express your interest in others, for example, their families and other work activities, you will begin to enjoy your time with your workers and team partners. And however, you work to let everyone you meet feel that you regard them as necessary, as an individual; just as importantly, remember never to forget comfort during grief or disappointment.
Second. Always keep your promise. Do what you say you will do, sometimes more, but never less. Always work to keep good records and safekeeping all agreements and other written promises. Never forget that it is your obligation and responsibility. You stand ready to answer when called for by your workers and or team partners.
Third. Always work to be fair, keeping in mind to hold your tongue. Show all that you are there for the team. You now know better and are self-confident that your learned knowledge of what you do has given you the ability to listen to almost anything. Say as little as you can think about the subject without losing your temper and speaking softly but maintaining a persuasive tone. Like my aunt used to say, “How you say something often means more than what you say.”
Fourth. Always be honest. Tell the truth and live the truth, and do the right thing. Things are accurate as far as is known by the person making the statement. When speaking about work duties and responsibilities, recognize that all people have a different level of commitment.
Fifth. Always be dependable. You are known to be a reliable person. You work to be trustworthy and unchangingly faithful in doing what you do—supporting your workers and or team partners under all conditions, especially regarding their duties and responsibilities surrounding the Business.
Learning to get along better with people can happen in a fraction of a second, and we can maintain that change by doing what it takes one day at a time. Getting along better with people is the most valuable result of your learned knowledge.
Like my aunt used to say, “Do what has to be done, when it ought to be done, whether you like it or not.”
