Possessing Poor People Skills
A little likeability can go a long way. Studies by both the Harvard Business Review and Fast Company magazine show that people consistently and overwhelmingly prefer to work with likeable, less-skilled co-workers than with highly competent jerks. Researchers found that if employees are disliked, it’s almost irrelevant whether they’re good at what they do, because other workers will avoid them.
Conducting Personal Business on Company Time
The company e-mail and phone systems are for company business. Keep personal phone calls brief and few and never take a call that will require a box of tissues to get through. Also, never type anything in an e-mail that you don’t want read by your boss; many systems save deleted messages to a master file.
Not Being a Team Player
No one feels comfortable around a prima donna. And organizations have ways of dealing with employees who subvert the team. Just ask Philadelphia Eagles Wide Receiver Terrell Owens, who was suspended for the 2005 season after repeatedly clashing and taking public shots at his teammates and management. Show you’re a team player by making your boss look like a star and demonstrating that you’ve got the greater good of the organization at heart.
Fearing Risk or Failure
If you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will. Have a can-do attitude and take risks. Instead of saying, „I’ve never done that,“ say, „I’ll learn how.“ Don’t be afraid to fail or make mistakes. If you do mess up, admit it and move on. Above all, find the learning opportunities in every situation. Remember, over time, risk-aversion can be more hazardous to your career than error.
Neglecting Your Image
Fair or not, appearance counts. People draw all kinds of conclusions from the way you present yourself. So don’t come to work poorly groomed or in inappropriate attire. Be honest, use proper grammar and avoid slang and expletives. You want to project an image of competence, character and commitment.
Having No Goals
Failure doesn’t lie in not reaching your goal, but in not having a goal to reach. Set objectives and plan your daily activities around achieving them. Eighty percent of your effectiveness comes from 20 percent of your activities. Manage your priorities and focus on those tasks that support your goals.
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