WORK ETHOS -

DIMENSIONS&STE
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BY- RAM KUM
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 Mean in g of W ork
Ethos
• Work ethos refe rs to the set of values, b eliefs, and p rinc iples that
shap e an
individual's attitud e and b eha vior toward their work. It enc ompa
sses
qua lities suc h as dedication, responsib i li ty, reliab ility, integ rity,
and a
c ommitment to delivering qua lity outcomes. A st ro ng work ethos
drives
p• eople
Example:
to cAn employeeperform
onsistently who consistently goes
at their best, the extra
mainta mile,standa
in high takes
ons, and
rd
add itionpositiv
contribute al tasks,
ely and works
to their orglate to ensu
aniza tion. re tha t projects are
completed on
time.
 Why Work Ethos is
Important
1. Enhances Productivity: A st rong work ethos fosters d il igence and accountability,
leading to
i nc reased effici ency and b etter performance.
2. Bui l ds Trust and Credi bi li ty: Wh en employees co nsistentl y dem onst
ra te integrity and
professionalism, it builds trust a mong colleagues, customers, and sta keho lders.
3. Promotes Positive Workpl ac e Culture: A sh ared w ork etho s creates a
culture of resp ect,
cooperation, and mutua l suppo rt, leading to a more harmonious and mo ti vated
workforce.
4. Dri ves Career Growth: Employees with a strong work ethos are of ten recognized
for their
dedication and are m ore li kel y to recei ve opportunities for advancement and pro
fessi ona l
5. Sup ports Orga ni zatio nal Goals: Ali gni ng individual wo rk ethos wi th
development.
organizational values ensu res
everyone works towa rd common ob jecti ves, driving overa ll success.
 Level s o f Work
Ethos
1 . Individual Le vel: Personal work habits, motivation, a nd attitudes that
influence how a person
p erf orms their job .
2 . Team Leve l: The collective wo rk c ulture, behaviours, a nd values shared by a
group o f
employees working tow ard s common obje ctives.
3 . Org anizational Level: The ove rall ethos o f a n organization, shaped by its
mission, values, and
leadership p rac tices, which influences t h e w or k pla ce environment a nd
employee be haviour.
 Comp a nies that Fol l ow a Strong Work
Google Ethos
Ethos: Innovation, creativity, and employee empowerment.
Practices: Google fosters a culture of continuous l earni ng and
inno vat ion. It encourages employees to spend 20% of their time
on
projects o utsi de thei r ma in job responsibilities and promot es
an op en
and collaborative work environment.

Netflix

Ethos: Freedom and responsibility, innovation, and direct

Practices: Netflix ma inta ins a unique c ulture that empha siz es
feedback.
high
performance, creativ ity, and personal responsibility. The
company
provides employees with significant freedom and expects them
t o be
highly accountable and result s-driv en.
T he Walt Disney
Company
Ethos: Exc el lenc e, creativity, and innovation in
entertainment.
Prac tic es: Disney emphasizes creativity, quality, a n d
customer
experience. The c o m p a n y focuses on empl oyee dev el opment
and
maintains a strong, positive culture tha t values teamwork,
innovation, and storytelling.

Southwest Ai rlin
es
Pra cti ces: Southwest
Eth os: CustomerAirlines
service, iemployee
s known happiness,
f o r i t s exceptional
a n d a fun customer
working
service environment.
and
stron g em p loyee culture. The company emphasizes treating both customers
and
employees with respect, fostering a positive workplace, and
maintaining a
people-first a pproa ch.
 Work Ethos Amo ng
Employees
Work ethos among emp loyees refers to the shared a tti tudes, va
lues, and
behaviours that define how emplo yees approach thei r work. A
strong
collective work ethos encourages teamwork, responsibility, and
co Respect
mmi tmentfor to a chi evi
others: ng common
Treating goal s.
colleagues It involves:
with fairness, ki ndne ss,
and
professionalism.
Responsibility and Ownership: Taking responsibility for one's tasks
and
co ntribu ti ng to the suc ce ss of the team.
Posi tive Attitude: Ma inta ining enthusiasm, o ptimi sm, and
motivation, even
during cha ll eng ing times.
 Di mensions of Work
Ethos
1. Discip line: Adheri ng to rules, sched ul es, and
commitments.
2. Integ rity: Being honest, transparent, and ethica l in a l l
dealing s.
3. Accountabi li ty: Taking resp onsi bi l ity for actions and d eci sions.

4. Co mmi tment: Dedication to o ne's rol e, tasks, and org anizational

goals.

5.Productivity: Effi ci ent use of time and resources to a chi eve objectives.

6. Pro fessio na li sm: Exhibiting resp ect, comp etency, and effective
communication.
7. Conti nuous Improvement: Seeking growth a n d b etterment, bo th p
ersonally and
professionally.
 Steps to Build and Maintain a Stron g W ork
Ethos
1. Set Clear Goals: Defi ne p ersona l and prof essi onal objectives aligned
with your
va lues and the org aniza ti on’ s mission.
2. Develop Self-Discipline: Cultivate hab its and routi nes tha t pro mot e
consistency and
productivity.
3.Embrace Accountability: B e open t o feedback, accept resp onsi bi li ty for your a
cti ons,
and learn fro m mistakes.
4. Uphold Integrity: Maintain honesty and ethical behavior i n all sit ua
tio ns.
5. Stay Committed: Demonstrate dedication through consistent eff ort , even
when faced
with challenges.
6. Enhance Skills: Co nti nuously imp rove your knowledge and ab ilities to
sta y comp etent
and relevant.
7. Communi ca te Effectiv el y: Practice active li steni ng, clarity, and
empathy in a l l
i ntera ctions.
8. Practice Work-Life Balance: Ensu re ti me for rest and personal activities
to susta in
l ong -term motivation and enthusiasm.
9. Reflect and Adapt: Regul a rl y evaluate yo ur perfo rmance and adap t to
chang ing
circumstances.