10 Signs You Are A Terrible Employee

In today’s world, getting a job isn’t easy. When someone finally gets a job, it’s tempting for a new employee  to breathe a sigh of relief and let their guard down. However, it’s also important to prove that your employer made the right choice when they took a chance on you.

It’s Important For An Employee To Keep An Eye On Their Good & Bad Habits

There are a few habits you should keep an eye on if you want to make sure you are making a good impression. Just a few simple changes in habits, even if they already seem like common sense, could end up making a big difference.

• You’re Unreliable: Things like being late to work or meetings might not always be in your control, but always be careful not to make that a habit. Always try to be willing to help out with your assignments. Don’t become known as someone who always makes excuses.
• You Only Do The Bare Minimum: Always prove what you are an asset.Try to go above and beyond once you’ve made sure you’ve accomplished what was already needed. This shows that you are happy to help out and care about your job. Just make sure you actually do the minimum, and what was really needed, before doing anything extra.
• You Think You’re The Smartest: If everyone around you is a problem, then the problem might be closer than you think. It’s important to have some self-worth, but you can’t always think others are beneath you. Everyone has their own talents and can prove themselves when given the chance. Besides, no one wants to work with someone who looks down on them and doesn’t appreciate them.
• People Complain: There are times when customers or clients or being unfair when they complain about a hard-working employee. However, sometimes, it really is just constructive criticism and an employee should take it to heart. There are obviously when complaints are unfair. Still, when someone is the subject to a lot of complaints, it could be a sign a job isn’t the right fit for them.
• You Take All The Credit: It’s important to feel validated when you worked hard and proved yourself. However, there are times when it’s important to acknowledge how others helped you along the way. After all, you want others to acknowledge the good work you do as well.

Some Bad Habit Show A Person Might Not Be The Best Fit For A Job

• You Don’t Support The Company’s Mission: An employee often finds themselves analyzing what their company does and what they stand for. While it’s reasonable to question things and not always agree, having no respect for the company isn’t a good sign, as it suggests you don’t take your role seriously. A person should have some level of respect for the company that respected them enough to give them a chance.
• You’re Constantly Apologizing: Some people are just so polite that they always apologize for anything that goes wrong. Some people are so shy that they find themselves taking the blame for things they did not do. However, there are times when a person is constantly in trouble because they are the one messing up. Always look out for recurring mistakes.
• You Cause Too Much Drama – Some of the people you work for are passionate about their job. Others may see it as just a job but still want to be professional. Either way, people don’t need excess drama when it comes to their livelihoods. While drama is inevitable, because life always finds a way, it’s important to try to avoid becing the cause of it.
• You Have No Drive: Some people might find themselves robotically doing what is asked of them without putting too much thought or effort. There might be jobs where it’s perfectly capable of coasting by. Still, it’s always important to be respectful. After all, someone who is passionate about the job could be willing to take your place.
• You Don’t Get Along With Your Co-Workers: A team often needs multiple parts to work. Thanks to this, it’s important to try to make the effort to get along with your co-workers. Not all co-workers are team players. Still, it’s important not to be the problem yourself.

Ultimately, small habits, even ones someone has without realizing, could make a big difference. Sometimes, all that’s need to make a good impression is just a simple change in how you see your job.