ON-THE-JOB SPECIAL.... ACE THE WORKPLACE

ACE THE WORKPLACE

Working hard but success still seems a far-off dream?

Get rid of the following habits to achieve desired results

Bad habits die hard. And while having one doesn't necessarily make you a failure, you should work on dropping some of your worst vices. Some bad habits could cause others to view you as unsuccessful, while others may be indicative of a larger problem in your career and life. Here are the ones you should avoid:

WASTING YOUR WEEKENDS

You might strive to be put-together Monday through Friday, but if you're a total mess on the weekends, that could come back to haunt you. If you spend your days off overeating, wasting money, and putting off tasks, it will be difficult for you to catch up on Monday.

ZONING OUT

Spacing out can sometimes be a gift. But this habit can also really hurt you in the workplace.Listening is an important skill. No one trusts the competence of anyone who's constantly zoned out.

COMPLAINING

Complaining is like a competitive sport for some people. Everyone has gripes. Sometimes, it's good to air your grievances and make yourself heard. Just don't be the person who never stops grumbling about trivial issues.

GOSSIPING

Gossip is a mixed bag. Sometimes it's necessary; some employers even encourage it. Most of the time, though, it's a nasty and distracting habit. By gossiping, your empire of rumours could come crashing down on you or you might alienate your co-workers and bosses.

SPEAKING WITHOUT THINKING

It's important to be authentic. But don't be the person that blurts out whatever's on your mind. It's an annoying habit that can make you seem rude, awkward, and uninformed.

LYING

Be honest. It's easy to fall into the trap of weaving small lies that stretch into bigger ones.Break that habit.

PROCRASTINATING

Indecisiveness could lose you time, money, and even the respect of those around you.

OVERSPENDING

If money i s a lways burning a hole in your pocket, you're setting yourself up for longterm financial woes.Saving money is crucial for your financial future.

CONFORMING

Conforming was a survival tactic in middle school, but you're an adult with a career now. Stop caring about what others think. Do what works for you.

HOLDING GRUDGES

It's normal to dislike and distrust certain people. But holding intense grudges is just a waste of your valuable time and energy. Also, if you express these feelings to other people, you run the risk of sounding vengeful.

ALWAYS RUNNING LATE

In your career, tardin e s s c a n' t be excused. Showi ng up late makes you lo ok careless and unreliable.

FIDGETING

Fidgeting might actually be good for you, but it also makes you look anxious and antsy, which, in turn, might make your colleagues nervous and uncomfortable

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