Georgia Department of Technical & Adult Education

Work Ethics Program

Geared to the

Needs of Business & Industry

Student Orientation SessionObjectives:

Define work ethics Discuss importance in the workplace Demonstrate understanding of the

connection between employment & good work ethics

Understand the grading & reporting procedure of work ethics in the classroom

Can you give me a definition of work ethics?

What are good work ethics traits?

Work Ethics Definition:Ethics are the values and

behaviors which people feel are moral. In other words, “ethics” is the name we give to our values or good behavior. So a positive work ethic is the collection of all the values and actions that people feel are appropriate in the work place.

Morals & Values

Morals relate to right and wrong. Values are beliefs that a person feels

are very important. Our behavior is most often a reflection

of our values.

How does my definition of work ethics

relate to your definition?

What does Work Ethics Mean?

Work Ethics The Big Ten Traits

ATTENDANCE

Attends classArrives/leaves on timeNotifies instructor in advance

of planned absences

CHARACTER

Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness, dependability, reliability, initiative, self-discipline, and self-responsibility

TEAMWORKRespects the rights of othersRespects confidentialityTeamworkerCooperativeAssertiveDisplays customer service attitudeSeeks opportunities for continuous

learningDemonstrates mannerly behavior

APPEARANCE

Displays appropriate dress, grooming, hygiene, and etiquette

ATTITUDE

Demonstrates a positive attitude

Appears self-confidentHas realistic expectations of

self

PRODUCTIVITYFollows safety practicesConserves materialsKeeps work area neat & cleanFollows directions & proceduresMakes up assignments

punctuallyParticipates

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS

Manifests skill in prioritizing and management of time & stress

Demonstrates flexibility in handling change

COMMUNICATION

Displays appropriate nonverbal & oral skillsEye contactBody language

COOPERATION

Displays leadership skillsAppropriately handles criticism, conflicts,

& complaintsDemonstrates problem-solving capabilityMaintains appropriate relationships with

supervisors & peersFollows chain of command

RESPECT

Deals appropriately with cultural/racial diversity

Does not engage in harassment of any kind

The Big 10 Traits = The Backbone of Weekly Activities

One trait will be stressed each week

Each instructor will spend a minimum of 5 minutes per week on the Work Ethics Topic of the Week

Results of our Work Ethics Program

WIN-WIN situation for employers and students who become their employees

How?

Students begin work with positive work ethics skills which will enhance their value as employees

Employers acquire workers with desirable work habits

Do you want to…

Do Better…Gain Promotions…Achieve Greater Results…Make More Money…Become a Leader in the

Business World?

To be in the Upper 50%

Show up

Reliability is important!

To be in the Upper 30%

Show up on timeDependability earns dividends!

To be in the Upper 20%

Show up on time,

ready to go!

It’s performance that counts!

Why are work ethics important to employers?

Why does technical education believe work ethics are important?

Advisory committees tell us

What to expect from the work ethics program?

Expect employers to ask to see your transcript when applying for a job

Work Ethics Performance Standards

Review itSign & date itReturn it to the instructor

Work Ethics Evaluation Form & Exception FormScale of 3-2-1-03 – Exceeds Expectations2 – Meets Expectations1 – Needs Improvement0 – UnacceptableEveryone begins with 20 pts.

Graded by “exception” :subtract point/s for poor & add point/s for above & beyond

Poor behavior – Exception Form issued

Extraordinary behavior – Exception Form issued

Met Expectation – No Exception Form issued

Exception Forms

Date may be set to review forms

All students receive progress reports at mid-term & end of quarter

Exception

Subtract pointsAdd points

The Weekly Emphasis

Georgia Department of Technical & Adult Education

Work Ethics Program

Geared to the

Needs of Business & Industry