What are the keys to excellent job performance?

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Pls. be specific.

Answer 1

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First and foremost, LISTEN to what is being asked of you. Nothing makes you look dumber than having to have your boss tell you twice. DO what is asked of you......most times that is what is required. We get ourselves in trouble when we try and read the boss's mind and add our own take on the assignment.
DO NOT gossip about your co-workers, don't listen either. Never speak badly of the boss, because you never know if it will get back to them.
DO NOT try to answer questions if you are not sure of the answer. Answer, quickly and with authority the ones you do know. Do that and soon people will think you know it all because they only remember you always giving the right answer.
BE ON TIME, BE NEAT.....perception means a lot. Look like a bum and be treated like one. Look like a pro and be treated like one.
Understand the time table for assignments, use the time you have to be accurate. Getting things done ahead of schedule is great, but only if it's right.
Never blame others, never lie.....truth may sometimes hurt but you'll garner respect because of it. And the bonus here is that the boss will believe you when you have to give an answer.
NEVER save bad news until after the fact. If something is going poorly, report the problem and look for help. If there is a problem, try and have a workable solution to discuss once you have made the boss aware of the situation.
I could go on and on.......but I think you should have the idea.

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Its perfect!

Answer 2

don't fall in love with ur boss ;)

Answer 3

I get excellent on my performance review every year. A major key is that whatever problems your having in your personal life, leave them at home. When you get to work, be all about your job. Don't just do what is expected or written in your job description, but be willing to do a little more. If your lunch period is an hour take an hour not an hour and ten minutes. Never gossip. And one very important one is never say, "Not my job" if something needs done just do it.

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Been at my current job 28 years now

Answer 4

preform wat is expected of u den do more on top of dat help otha ppl don't jus do yo job help othas do dares stay late when needed leave early when need leave early to compensate for stayin late be company minded think wat is best for da company not wat is best for u nake decision based on that and be flexable and available for da company

Answer 5

1. GO TO WORK
2 DO your job
3. KEEP your mouth shut
4. GO HOME

Answer 6

Perform above and beyond your duty. Anticipate (don't guess) what your boss wants and have it done before he/she asks. Take on/ask for more challenging work - work that someone at the next level is performing. Be 100% dependable. Complete your work timely and accurately. Be the "go to" person for your boss, let him/her know that you can be relied upon to make him/her look good. Always have a good attitude, keep your feelings to yourself. Leave your personal life at home, never complain. Mentor subordinate staff, help them help you. You don't particularly have to be liked (it doesn't hurt) but don't be disliked.

Answer 7

Be happy, enjoy and LOVE your job. Happy people produce good results.

Answer 8

HAHAHA!!! What a chump!

Update: And anyone who gave the thumbs down is the same kind of goody twoshoes chump! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! Chumps one and all!

Answer 9

Work ethic..Do you take care of what needs to be done without being chased for it (or cleaned up after)?
Ability to cooperate with others
Honesty, punctuality
positive mental attitude

Answer 10

Honesty , you can run a job or work at a job successfully without honesty.

Answer 11

Work ethic

love your job and know your job

Answer 12

sleep with your boss-jk--Do your job basiclly and give 110%!! GOOD LUCK with your job!!


xox
Evelyn

Answer 13

You have to give a sh*it, its as simple as that.

Answer 14

-be attentive
-go above and beyond expectations ( take initiative)
- respect yourself and co-workers
- be punctual
- respect deadlines and set goals for yourself
-seek feedback and or constructive criticism when you are unsure
- be happy and enjoy what you do because it affects how you perform and the way you approach a task

Answer 15

good performance good people skills good communication skills good leadership gratitude

Answer 16

Try to be on time. Dress for success. Do your best to focus on your work and not on the grls. Don't complain. Have fun.

Answer 17

Great work ethics, enthusiasm for what you do, to go the extra mile, to make the company more profit..I can go on & on.

Answer 18

1)pay attention and make sure you understand instructions.
2) prioritize your activities
3) don't procrastinate, make a schedule and stick to it.
4) finish your work, don't leave loose ends

Answer 19

Besides all basic necessities that a job requires of you.....Simple answer...Only way to excellency is...Good PR skills..( Public Relations) , meaning you must work well with others so others can work well with you!
Also you must like what you do...!

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Believe me I have more awards on doing a job well done, cause I have a great attitude at work! As well as outside work!

Answer 20

Good question. It's really not hard but there are a few things that are of utmost importance.

First the easy stuff:

Show up on time every day, don't abuse break and lunch times, don't leave early. Just being there every day, all the time can make a big impression.

Learn the rules and follow them. This sounds brain dead but you won't believe how many people have no clue about stuff that can get them fired.

For the first few months, keep your mouth shut and your ears open. Never assume you can walk into a new place and start making changes, you'll have plenty of time for that.

Learn your job, learn everything about your job then learn as much as you can about everyone else's job. NO ONE, and I mean NO ONE, does it alone. Everyone is a piece in a much bigger puzzle. The more of the puzzle you understand, the better you can do your job and eventually, move up to managing it.

If you screw up, no wait, when you screw up, admit it and take the blame. Never, Ever, under any circumstances, try to hide a mistake or lie about it. Ask for help in understanding what you did wrong and most importantly, make sure you don't repeat that mistake.

Take pride in your work and do the best job you can every time. Take responsibility for what you do. Let me tell you something the slackers never understand, everyone knows who works and who doesn't. There are NO secrets, no matter what anyone tries to tell you. People might choose to ignore things but they always know. If you notice, the good people seldom brag but everyone knows who they are.

There is probably more but that is the basics.

Answer 21

Take whatever job you have seriously, even if you are temping at Pizza Hut to get through school. Excell at all you do, whatever the task, do it well and be efficient.

Always show up a couple of minutes early and only stay home if truly ill. Never gossip or bring personal baggage and drama into work.

Take pride in being the best at whatever it is you do. Always learn all you can, everything anyone will teach you. If it doesn't serve you in this job, it will in another job one day.

Answer 22

Having the job that you really want, perfect attendance and arrival time, work while there and don't be standing around, finish everything with a professional look, always use manners, never foul language or sexual inunendos,never date anyone with the company, don't drink at company parties or at lunches with customers,dress appropriately and bathe and use personal products regularly, leave personal problems at home, never recieve personal calls or leave early for personal reasons, always know what is going on and be prepared for anything! Hope this helps!!

Answer 23

You need to know your field and apply what you know ethically, professionally and consciencetiously. Communicate effectively (written and verbal) and be a team player. Most importantly, remember it's not about the money, it's about doing your job with integrity.

Answer 24

being mature, integrity , good breakfast , good nights sleep, study, do what your supposed to.

Answer 25

Put in a good effort and if it's not good enough for your superiors then you're working for the wrong people.

Answer 26

arrive to work on time (or earlier). focus on your tasks. complete your projects, and follow through with everything. don't spend hours at work surfing the web, chatting, or answering questions (sorry, Yahoo!). don't keep taking coffee breaks every half hour, or hanging out at the water cooler. keep your work area clean. always have a smile, even if you are having a bad day (though it is hard sometimes).

and, don't sleep with the boss's wife/husband.

Answer 27

Three words, 'Be a team player'.
Sorry that's four words but they are the essence in establishing a good rapport with your employer and your colleagues.

Answer 28

There are so many "particulars" to doing a good job, and they seemed so obvious or easy to me that I decided to read your other answers and see if anyone(s) gave good answers. So many gave good answers that I can tell you which ones NOT to listen to: Real Chilla(he can't even spell or speak english), bulldogslamento (he's a real chump!), Evelyn's being too bitchy to give you a good answer, and nAiSa's been too simplistic to give any good information. I would like to emphasize that my years as an office manager (12 years) in which I was responsible for several employees, I truly appreciated those that arrived on time, arrived professionally attired and not trying to make a personal or "cultural" statement, came to me for assignments and to clarify things, didn't sit around the office "chewing the fat" or sipping coffee or taking smoking breaks, didn't ask for time off for this or that "crisis" that's come up, spoke good english and not a bunch of slang or "cultural" lingo, didn't slouch at their desk, and didn't gripe about the amount of work they had to do or how they'd like to get more money for their job. As others have answered you, there's a whole lot more that can be said, but I hope this review of other's answers and my own input will help you. My daughter is a very hard worker, and follows at least all of what I've outlined for you, and I always tell her how proud I am of her, and she grew up with her mother, so it wasn't me applauding my own teaching. She just somehow learned how to behave at work, and she does work, and never sneers at more work requests or at requests for particular tasks she might not like. I'm sure she'll go up in the business world if she sticks with it. Good luck. And God Bless you.

Answer 29

On the employer side, make sure that metrics are clear. Set goals, timeframe and give constant feedback to employees.

Answer 30

Do a performance self analyst and you will find out.

Answer 31

Dear friend,
sincere & honest work,
maintain time shedule,
fulfill commitments you give,
give respect take respect,
no gossiping
have little more knowledge than required about your work alloted to you.
be ready to listen and learn that will help you to make changes if required for your benefit of future success.
develope team leader qualities. use smart working methods in positive way.
be transparent in all you do.

wish U all the best. hve wonderful day
Raj