What are the keys to excellent job performance?

Question

Pls. be specific.

Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Hi - I assumed you were asking from the manager's perspective but reading the other answers I guess you meant from the employee's perspective? In that case I'm not sure because I've never had a performance review (lucky me!) but this leads me to the answer I was going to give: praise and support.

If you are a manager and looking for excellent job performance from your team, you can't underestimate the power of praising them for a job well done. It needn't even be the whole job, whatever they do well, do praise them for it and you'll see a marked increase in their perrformance as they'll think you appreciate them working harder and enjoy it when they do well. Equally, be positive in your critisism if they do something wrong and don't jump down their throats (!), support them if they don't know how to do something and encourage them to ask you for help, organise further training and ask them what training they would like - these will all show you are serious and committed and will encourage them to be serious and committed in return. I think that in this way you could teach even an inexperienced worker to do a job really well as not only will they learn the skills, they'll enjoy being there too.

I used to think it was just me who hated being bawled out for no reason, too shy to admit that I couldn't do something and ending up fed up with my job but it seems everyone agrees. Recognised texts that I have read since confirm my theory that praise and support go further to improve your business than pretty much anything else.

Hope it helps!

Answer 4

1. know what your job requires you. these are called KRA's or key result areas. work on them like you're pursuing a girl you're most interested in.
2. dress the part. respect your co-workers by being clean, neat and tidy. polish your shoes, too, and clip your nails.
3. do your homework, develop that thing called initiative, looking for things you can do more or better.
4. be totally honest. don't take what isn't yours.
5. you should love what you do if you wish to excel. otherwise, you'd feel burnt-out after so much effort.
6. know what the next upper level is in your job, and start preparing for it. also, if you have subordinates, train them to replace your future vacancy.. you can't get promoted if no one can replace you..
7. don't compromise your principles.. if your job asks for it, maybe you're in the wrong job.
8. no free lunch, dude, you really have to be creative in working hard. advertise yourself to your bosses in a way they'll notice how good you do your job. no bootlicking, though.
9. never stop learning, reading, etc. always end the day by being a better person than when you woke up.
10. be nice to be with. smile a lot, and make the world a better place to live in.
11. find a girl who appreciates what you do.

Answer 5

Hey Neal,

The key is to follow through on tasks to the end. Validate that what you said you would do, is what was wanted. Then that what you did is what you said you would do, and that your boss and customer are satisfied with the result.

Besides understanding what is required, you need training, to keep up with technology. For example, a certified project manager is required to get a number of training credits each year to keep their certification. Keep yourself on top of your field!

Employers looking at this need to ensure they understand their employees training needs, and provide what is needed. Employers that reward performance get more excellent performers!

My final key, maybe others starting key, you should love what you do. It should be a priority in your life (family first). That sets you up in a place where you want to be excellent in your job performance.

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Answer 6

1. A positive attitude.
2. Put forth your best effort.
3. Put in over-time when needed and asked of you.
4. Don't complain when asked to perform your occupational duties.
4. Avoid workplace gossip.
5. Don't get involved in issues that don't concern you.
6. Don't disrespect *anyone* on any level.
7. Never, ever say,"That's not *my* job!"
8. Don't make harassing remarks or put yourself in similar situations (i.e., sexual harassment, etc. Should this come about, report it immediately!)
9. Never hang a co-worker out in the breeze for your own gain. Never claim someone else's work as your own. It's a good way to make enemies and unpleasantries on the job.
10. Dress appropriately; clean and neat. Women shouldn't wear anything revealing and men must be clean-shaven or have facial hair trimmed. Clothing should be conservative, not flashy. Keep perfumes and jewelry to a minimum.
11. Don't bring your personal problems to work and keep work where it belongs. The two mix like oil and water.
12. NEVER lie on a resume' or application. Don't claim to know something you don't. That could *really* hurt you.
13. When asked about prior convictions, be honest without overload.
14. Don't withhold important information that's required on the job application form. People have been fired for doing so.
15. Don't refuse a drug-test. That won't help you get the job. When you take it, PASS IT--- honestly and fairly!
16. Personal conversations should be confined to the break room while on break; not around the water cooler.
17. LOVE WHAT YOU DO!
18. Respect your boss. Remember, he's human and has his job to do, too.

Answer 7

You must keep in mind that everyone has areas that could be improved upon.... Otherwise if you think you are perfect, you wouldnt look for areas of improvements! Right?

When you apply for a job, study the description for the position for which you wanna work in. You can always check their website! This will give you an understanding of what type of candidate the organization is hiring... And will enable you to discuss whatever they're dealing or working in!

If some one give you a remark or a suggestion, try and make your attitude positive towards these suggested improvements. You have to listen thoughtfully.

If you are given a task to do, and the information you get is a complete surprise to you, tell your manager that you would like some time to digest everything that has been said and request a time to meet again.... Always ask questions... Good ones ;-)

Consider asking for training in the areas that you like to improve in..... this will show management that you are devoted.

Try to be punctual and proper... always on time!

Train someone to do your job, in case you are on leave or vaccation... or for any other urgent matter. Dont over do it, so that they can take advantage and take over your job!

Always take responsibility for knowing your assigned work schedule. If you disagree with your assigned schedule, take it up with management.

Be a team player... Help co-workers with assigned group tasks.

Stay within your assigned area. If you must leave for breaks or to deliver items to other areas, let the appropriate co-worker know where you're going and when you intend to return.

Minimize the number of personal calls and/or visitors to your work area.

Bring lunch and/or snacks from home. You will then be able to use your break time more efficiently.

Try to be the lovable popular guy at work.... Occasionally, bring in food to share; even a bag of Lays will be appreciated and may help other co-workers to overlook some of your deficiencies.

Complaining about your job to your co-workers is likely to annoy them, given that they have the same job as you and are no more likely than you to really enjoy it.

Learn how to handle angry customers! Be patient, aApproach the angry customer and ask what they are displeased with. If they ask for the manager, get him/her quickly and do your best to solve the problem. Then apologise for taking their time and inform them that your business will do everything possible to correct it. The next time they come back, ask how their day is and do everything possible to be polite. Always be polite! Dont lose your temper! No matter what!

Good Luck ;-)

Answer 8

Be neat and clean. Dress appropriately for your job.

Be punctual. Be early to work and dont stay late even if not needed. This does not only refer to arriving early but also to the preparation and submission of reports, among others.

Do your job well and deliver more.

Abide by the company rules and follow them diligently. Sounds boring but very true.

Know your work. One aspect of your job is just one piece of a large puzzle. Understanding others will benefit you and your company.

Never gossip.

Be professional. Problems at work have their place in your life...as well as the personal ones. Never mix them because they do not give good or beneficial results. There should be a line separating your personal and professional problems.

The list goes on and on, as others would say, but LOVING YOUR WORK is the best key of them all...and be happy always.

Answer 9

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 10

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 11

First of all your ? is wrongly put, what do you do is it supervisory or shop floor.If the first instance, I in this position I got to know my staff I would talk to them ask them if they like the job and if anything could be changed to make their job easier and anything at allthey wished to talk about to come and see me.This approach Icould ask any of my guys to work overtime they obliged.But not so obliging to another Supervisor who was a bully and a bit rigid.
Now if shop floor take your time till your perfect what you are doing just do not rush,think and if there is an old head there ask for help do not be shy that you do not know the old head got there by the same method