Developing the attitudes of successful employees

1. Developing the attitudes of successful employees - 18 February 2016 “Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful” 1 Corinthians 4:2 John 4:34 – 37; 1 Corinthians 3:6-9; 15:58; Hebrews 6:10,12

2. ADDING VALUE TO MY ORGANISATION The employee who answers the question: “how do I add value to my organisation?” effectively will have the best attitudes at work. He will: • Add value to his boss • Positively influence his peers and subordinates • Contribute across functions and departments • Have influence upwards

3. ATTRIBUTES OF A SUCCESSFUL EMPLOYEE Add value to: • Your boss: go beyond the job description; be proactive and innovative. Deliver on your commitments and KPI’s. Be disciplined and diligent. • Your Colleagues: proactivelyoffering solutions to problems and taking responsibility for mistakes. Be a team player. Show interest in life of others. • Across functions and departments: build good relationships. Be flexible and versatile. Create solutions that others can use. • Your Subordinates: Be polite. Motivate, coach and inspire. Lead by example. • Upwards (the organisation): positive outlook and integrity. Regularly learn something new and implement it. Strive for excellence! –“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men”. Proverbs 22:29.

4. 7 WAYS TO ADD VALUE

5. CAREER DEVELOPMENT PLAN • Value • Interests • Strengths • Personality • Ambitions • Job search • Applications & interview • Social and online networking • Work experience • Training Create Your Future Know Yourself Plan Your Actions Explore Your Options • Decision making • Goal Setting • Prioritizing tasks • Reality check • Industry Trends • Occupational Research • Career Options

6. SEEING POSSIBILITIES • Don’t be intimidated by the successes of others. Don’t be deceived by the pessimism of your peers. “If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth”. Mark 9:23 • Ask your manager for training opportunities. Show interest in learning new skills and technologies. • Search the internet for developments in your field. Knowledge is power! • Read the career profile and success stories of other people. • Register with recognized groups and associations in your area of interest. Dream big Stay up-to-date Search Be inquisitive

7. SEIZING POSSIBILITIES • Be diligent in your current job like Joseph. - “Until the time of his word came: the Lord tried him”.Psalm 105:19. • Don’t wait for opportunities; grab them! A good opportunity might be right in front of your eyes and you might not be able to see it. • The opportunities could be internal (e.g. training or growth within your company) or external (e.g. external training or a job at another company). Trust in the Lord. Let Him direct your steps. Proverbs 3:5-6 • Have a positive influence on your colleagues. Contribute significantly to the success of your employer and company.

9. HANDLING CHALLENGES & DISSAPOINTMENTS

10. HANDLING CHALLENGES & DISSAPOINTMENTS • Learn from your failures. See every disappointment as a stepping stone to victory. Rise up, look and live! • Be open to criticism. Accept them gracefully and improve. • Go deeper with God. Encourage yourself with the word of God. Make prayer your secret weapon. • Build friendships. Partner with people who can help you. • Focus on the ultimate goal. “this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before. I press toward the mark for the prize…”. Philippians 4:13-14

12. TIME TO PRAY!