Workplace Ethics
31 Mar 2011 Leave a Comment
Wikipedia defines work ethics as a set of values based on hard work and diligence. It is also a belief in the moral benefit of work and its ability to enhance character ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Work_ethic). Employees who display good work ethics tend to get the better promotions. Those who don’t tend to get laid off. Honesty, doing a job well, valuing what one does, having a sense of purpose and feeling/being part of a greater vision or plan is all part of good work ethics. These characteristics are important in any workplace if one wants to receive respect from their coworkers and superiors.
In the web industry, this might entail listening closely to what your client wants for their website and taking the time to go through the creative process so you will not have to do things over if your client does not like the site. Be honest with your client and produce a nice and properly working website for them.
Some of the things I have learned working at Tate is that it is important is that when a client emails you with a question or concern, you should respond to them promptly or else they might get antsy and upset. Customer service is very important to our company and I must make it my responsibility to represent Tate Publishing in a good way.
Sources:
http://www.allaboutphilosophy.org/what-are-work-ethics-faq.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Work_ethic
