Sharman Lawson

Attitude Is Everything!



Posted: Thursday, December 20, 2007

by Sharman Lawson
Freedom Concepts USA

Employees are the backbone of an organization. Their behavior, attitude, and manner can make or break a company. Like a cold an attitude can be contagious and spread like wild-fire. Some attitudes are a result of outside forces, but some attitudes are because of misery from within.

One problem that I have seen that causes an employee's mood or attitude to change is money issues. Money issues can be two-fold: a) they feel they're not making enough, and b) they're spending more than they make. I remember going to a job, and on my first day an employee said, "We all live pay-check to pay-check here, so we're all broke." I soon learned she was the most miserable of people. People don't want to live pay-check to pay-check and be broke. However, it's a habit or lifestyle they've gotten comfortable with, and they aren't sure how or what to change. If an employer isn't paying you what you want; you accepted the terms and conditions, so it is up to you to change your attitude, situation, and circumstance.

We create our own happiness and our own drama. If you're not currently happy do something about it. Not getting paid enough? Find a new job. Broke? Change your habits and spending to get a different outcome? Hate your job? Thank God you have a job that is paying you while you look for a new one -- so stop complaining. As an employee there are a few things you can do to change your situation: a) get a new attitude, b) change your thinking and behavior, and c) stop being a toxic waste at the company.

Employers, here are a few changes to create a better working environment: a) talk to your employees say hello b) get employee's insight and opinions on different matters you might learn something new c) have self-improvement lunch-n-learn seminars show them you care about them as a person, and d) say thank you kindness goes a long way

How we think, act, and feel affects our attitude. Change your attitude and win the game of life!

Sharman Lawson is the President of Freedom Concepts USA, a debt and financial coach, speaker, and author of the book of 12 Steps to Eliminate Debt Forever! Visit her website at www.freedomconceptsusa.com .

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» left by Sandra E. Graham
from Paragould, Ar. USA 4 years 60 days ago.
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Great article, Sharman. I have been on both sides of the fence--employee and employer--and I agree with everything you've said. Any time I ended up not happy with a job I chose, I looked for another. However, I did make sure I had another job lined up before I left the one I had. SEG
» left by Sharman Lawson 4 years 60 days ago.
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Hi Sandra, That is always wise to have a job lined up. Unfortunately, I've never done that, but things have always worked out. Thank God! I'm what you call a illogical risk taker.
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