Ways to be a Better Co-worker

A workplace is a social space. It is important to interact with each other, as to know them. But, some people are inclined towards making the social space a havoc. A better co-worker is always the one who will try and understand each other. If everyone contributes to becoming a better co-worker, then the workspace becomes a helping environment. But it is frequently asked, what to do to become a better co-worker?

Below are few ways on how to become a better co-worker:

A cheering “Hello!”

Walking into the office with a slouched posture and immediately starting your work leaves a bad impression. It gives out vibes that you want to avoid them. Hence, people start ignoring you, and at worst avoid you. The habit of smiling and greeting takes one a long way. It presents you as a cheerful person. Thus, increasing your workplace relations.

Small Talks

The art of small talks goes a long way. It reminds the other person that you are a human being before an employer or an employee. Asking and taking a genuine interest in their hobbies and interests will make them feel comfortable.

Take their opinion

Asking about what they think will make them feel happy. People always love if someone takes opinions from them. After you take their opinion a polite thank you lead a long way. Even if, the advice is not helpful enough.

Avoiding Gossip

No one likes to be talked behind their back. Hence, you should also avoid the same. If someone approaches with an office gossip, it’s better to ignore them or change the topic. Ignoring the gossip puts you in a better light and presents you as a nice, welcoming person.

Dealing with a difficult co-worker

If there are some difficult co-worker and you have to deal with them. Then, imagine that your child is watching you (even if you don’t have a child). No one wants their child to learn bad manners. Imagining them watching you will stop you to stoop down to the other person’s level.

Give compliments

Often we look at people’s mistakes rather than looking at their achievements. Giving compliments to people around you will make them feel happy. Complimenting them on their personal and professional achievements will make you a better person and friend to them.

Returning calls & e-mails

A good place to start becoming a better co-worker is good office etiquettes. Returning someone’s calls and e-mails shows your good side. It also leaves a message that they are not unimportant. Also, if you ignore the messages it becomes frustrating for the other person and sometimes humiliating.

Give Credit

Withholding credit if credit is due leaves you alienated. If there is a necessity of credit then, it’s better to know the person that they have done an extraordinary job. Embracing the attitude that everyone wins together presents you as a better person. Also, if someone gives you credit incorrectly, politely say thank you and take the name of the person who deserves it. They will remember.

Always be on time

Finally, it’s always good to be on time. It shows that you respect yours and others time. So, next time you have to reach your office, or to a meeting, or just a place to meet your co-workers, remember to be on time. It presents you in a good light.