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the lighter side of situations. People with a good sense of humor can say
just the right thing to make everyone laugh and break the tension. Find
someone with a good sense of humor, and learn by observation.
9. Take Care of Your Health
Poor health habits can affect your job performance and your attitude.
The negative effects of poor health habits might not happen immediately;
but over time, such habits can reduce your productivity on the job. An
occasional candy bar for lunch will not ruin your health, but a steady
diet of junk food will sap your energy.
Staying up too late every night will affect your ability to be alert
the next day. A lack of exercise may result in a buildup of tensions and
lack of energy. Abuse of alcohol and drugs will impair your ability to
perform. In most workplaces, use of alcohol or any illegal substances on
the job is grounds for immediate dismissal.
10. Dress for Success
Your attitude and your appearance are related. If you look good, you
are more likely to feel good about yourself. Everyone has a favorite outfit
that can improve a mood instantly. Choose clothes that make you feel
good about yourself.
Your appearance also affects others’ opinions of you and their
reactions to you. Be aware of the dress code for your job. Pay attention to
personal hygiene and grooming.
A supervisor might make decisions about your future based on how
you dress and your grooming. He or she may or may not ever mention
this to you. The supervisor may not even be aware of how your hygiene
and grooming affect his or her opinions of you. It is up to you to show
your feelings about yourself, your position, and your workplace by
presenting an appropriate image.