Bsais Ojt416 Module No. 4

List of Modules
No. MODULE
MODULE TITLE
CODE
1. General Guidelines in On-the-Job Training OJT416 - 1
2 Work Ethics and Values OJT416 - 2
3 Personality Management OJT416 - 3
4 Personal Effectiveness OJT416 - 4
Bachelor of Science in Bulacan Date Developed:

Accounting Information September 2021 Page 1 of 20
Polytechnic Date Revised:
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Accounting Information Developed by:
Document No. Mr. Eugene A. Ruano
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PERSONAL
EFFECTIVENESS
(OJT416-4)

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MODULE CONTENT
COURSE TITLE: Accounting Information System Internship
MODULE TITLE: Personal Effectiveness
NOMINAL DURATION: 6 hrs.
SPECIFIC LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this module you MUST be able to:
1. Identify the qualities aside from skill which make-up an effective employee,
2. Make plans for personal improvement to gain personal satisfaction,
3. Be aware of the importance of good grooming
SUB TOPIC:
1. Personal qualities that an employer seeks in an employee,
1.1 Relationship with others,
1.2 Efficiency on the Job,
2. Guidelines for personal improvement
3. Good grooming, reminders, wardrobe, sensible habits, posture and poise.
ASSESSMENT METHOD/S:
1. Activity
2. Quiz-Multiple Choice
REFERENCE/S:
https://www.slideshare.net/Gambari/who-is-a-professional-secretary-by-dr-
gambari-a-i
https://garfinkleexecutivecoaching.com/articles/build-positive-work-
relationships/building-positive-relationships-at-work
https://smallbusiness.chron.com/create-efficiency-workplace-
https://www.zenefits.com/workest/top-10-ways-to-improve-employee-efficiency/
The Power of Self Improvement @ 2010 www.attractionlawpinciple.com
http://www.hygieneexpert.co.uk/

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Information Sheet OJT416 - 4
Personal Effectiveness
Learning Objectives:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1. Identify the qualities aside from skill which make-up an effective

employee
2. Make plans for personal improvement to gain personal satisfaction,
3. Be aware of the importance of good grooming
Building positive workplace relationships is vital for career success.

Relationships can positively or negatively affect your satisfaction with the
job, your ability to advance and gain recognition for your achievements.
When you build positive relationships, you feel more comfortable with your
interactions and less intimidated by others. You feel a closer bond to the
people you spend the majority of your time working with, and you grow
your influence in your organization.

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1. QUALITIES OF AN EFFECTIVE EMPLOYEE
(1). Flexibility and Adaptability: A good employee must be able to work in

any organization by adapting to the situation he finds himself.
2). Poise: The Professional employee should be calm and poised always.
(3). Intuitiveness: The ability to develop one’s mind to visualize and sense
things. He should develop a keen eye for error detection in his work and
draw the attention of his boss to it
4). Tact: You need tact in what you do or say so that you do not offend
your boss, co-workers and customers. The employee should be able to
communicate with all people and should be able to keep the organization’s
secrets secret.
5). Punctuality: A good employee should be regular and punctual at work.
(6). Courtesy: The employee should observe the basic codes of human
relations such as ‘Good morning’, Good day’, ‘Please’, ‘Thank you’.
(7). Due Diligence: Means avoidance of mistakes or typographical errors and

paying attention to details. This is an important asset of an employee in
order to produce mailable documents.
(8). Being proactive: Should be able to take necessary prior action to

forestall it happening. The employee should use her initiative and discretion
in doing the job without waiting for the boss. She should always think of
improving herself and her job.
(9). Self-confidence: Fear causes tensions and affects our emotional stability
negatively as well as our self-confidence. You should learn to control your
emotions and develop your self-confidence.
(10). Good Telephone Personality: Telephone communication requires good

voice, pleasant manner and friendly attitude.
(11). Appearance: The employee should be neat and decently dressed always.

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(12). Organizational skills: These skills are required in order to achieve
organizational objectives.
13). Confidentiality: The employee of the office and equipment falls within
the ‘corporate schedule’ of the employee. Consequently, one of the ethical
core values which facilitate the success of the professional employee is
confidentiality.
14). Leadership: The leadership competence of the employee is usually

required for the effective management of co-workers and observance of
decorum in the office.
(15). Capacity-building: Through peer-review mechanisms, attendance at

professional workshops and conferences, and membership of professional
associations
1.1. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS
Building positive relationships often provides increased resources to help you

get your job done and to be more efficient. You’ll enjoy greater satisfaction
at work, and so will those around you. For these reasons, growing your
work relationships is a key component of leadership development.
Apply these tips to interactions with your boss, team members, project
managers, senior management, vendors, clients, customers, direct reports
and administrators.

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1. Share more of yourself at meetings.
✔ One of the best ways to build relationships is to let others know

who you are. This can come by sharing your expertise,
knowledge and personality at meetings.
✔ Other people will either get to know you, like you or want to
hear more from you. They will find you more approachable and
thus the chance of building relationships begins to occur.
✔ If you are fearful to share at meetings, think ahead of time
what you want to say so that you are more prepared.
2. Speak positively about the people you work with, especially to your
boss.
✔ Get in the habit of speaking positively to others and providing

quality feedback about the people who work with.
✔ Many times, the information that gets shared (whether positive or
negative) comes back to the person who is being discussed. People
will enjoy hearing that you have said supportive things about them
and will know that you are on their side. That will build trust.
✔ Be careful of the workplace gossip that is so prevalent and don’t
contribute to it.
3. Improve your interpersonal skills by supporting other people’s work.
✔ Having a team attitude gives you a big competitive advantage. Ask

how you can get involved with others. This will form a closer
connection because you are working directly with someone else to
help them meet their goals.
✔ They will appreciate your support and get to know you better
which is vital to creating a more connected working relationship.
4. Ask others to become involved in your projects or activities.

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✔ Don’t be afraid to ask others for help and bring them onto your
projects. The more they can participate in the activities you are
working on, the better you get to know each other. You’ll enjoy
working with others in getting more things done.
5. Write thank you notes.
✔ Write notes of appreciation to the people who are doing exemplary

work, making positive contributions and going above the call of
duty. These notes can be hard-written, sent via email or done by
voice mail.
✔ Send them to people above you, below you or at the peer level.
Colleagues like to be appreciated and will feel closer to you by
having been noticed and thanked for their contributions.
6. Initiate conversations by asking questions.
✔ When we first meet someone, it can be a bit intimidating. We often

don’t know what to say or how to say it. Asking questions is a
great way for you to listen and let the other person share. They
will feel closer to you when they have shared about themselves and
you demonstrate you’re interested in what they have to say. Then
share something about yourself so the relationship becomes a two-
way interaction that can help establish a bond.
7. Initiate repeated interactions and communications.
✔ An important part to building relationships is to continue

interacting with the person you have gotten to know. As you get to
know each other better, personally and professionally, you establish
a closer connection that can greatly impact your satisfaction.
8. Participate in activities with others that don’t involve work.
✔ As you get to know someone, you might find similar interests that
may warrant an outside the work activity. This can greatly impact

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relationships because you are beginning the process toward
friendship.
✔ Go out to lunch together during the work day or do things in the
evenings or weekends. If you are married, you can visit with other
couples to establish more connections at work.
9. Share information.
✔ The information you share can be directly related to their work or

it can be about a subject you know they will enjoy reading. You are
thinking of them and helping them with the right information or
content.
10. Introduce yourself at social work events.
✔ Social events like lunches/dinners with colleagues, retreats,

conferences and holiday parties are good places to interact in an
informal setting.
✔ If you can reach out and introduce yourself to some of the people
who you work with or who you want to know better, you’ll find
they are more inclined to let down their guard. It will be easier for
you to get to know them and for you to share about who you
are—and you’ll become more visible as a result.
1.2. EFFICIENCY ON THE JOB
Efficiency in the workplace is defined by the work or tasks completed in a

single workday by a single employee, or by the work completed by a
department or team in a given time period. Efficient employees work hard
to complete their tasks, meaning the company gets more work completed
for the same hourly pay rate. If employees are bored with their work or do
not feel motivated to complete the tasks at hand, the efficiency in the office
may decrease, meaning deadlines may be pushed. Create efficiency in the

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office by paying attention to employee interruptions and encouraging
professional motivation.
How can leaders improve employee productivity while still saving time?
Here are the top 10 things you can do to increase employee efficiency at
the office
1. Identify the reasons why employees are not being efficient in the
workplace or office. It may not be one single reason; some employees are
less efficient because they are bored with the work in question, while others
procrastinate as a bad habit. Talk to the employees to learn the reasons
behind the lack of efficiency.
2. Limit interruptions for employees who have a hard time focusing on a

task after being pulled in various directions. Allow periods of concentration
without interruption, especially if the tasks have approaching deadlines.
Employees who are frequently interrupted may give up on getting work
done in the office and simply wait for the next interruption.
3. Examine the job requirements for those who tend to lend a helping hand
in the workplace. Efficiency may be lacking because employees are pulled in
different directions and assisting on various projects, without a real focus on
the tasks at hand. Delegate responsibilities diligently, so all employees can
work together.
4. Assign mentors to inspire those employees who are bored with the daily
work routine, or for those who need some motivation. A mentor shows
employees the importance of their work and provides motivational exercises.
5. Allow employees to take mental breaks, whether it involves getting a cup

of coffee, reading an article or simply turning off the telephone ringer.
These breaks separate concentrated periods of work.
6. Reward employees who complete outstanding work in the office by

applauding them in internal newsletters, or giving them plaques for hard

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work and office contributions. Gaining recognition may motivate other
employees to work harder and set examples for office standards.
7. Don’t be Afraid to Delegate. Give responsibilities to qualified employees,

and trust that they will perform the tasks well. This gives your employees
the opportunity to gain skills and leadership experience that will ultimately
benefit your company. You hired them for a reason, now give them a
chance to prove you right.
8. Keep Goals Clear & Focused. One way to do this is to make sure your
goals are “SMART” – specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely.
Before assigning an employee a task, ask yourself if it fits each of these
requirements. If not, ask yourself how the task can be tweaked to help your
workers stay focused and efficient.
9. Train and Develop Employees. Instead of having workers haphazardly

trying to accomplish a task with zero guidance, take the extra day to teach
them the necessary skills to do their job. This way, they can set about
accomplishing their tasks on their own, and your time won’t be wasted
down the road answering simple questions or correcting errors.
10. Think Big Picture. Things that might seem like an inefficient use of time
to you now, might actually be to your advantage in the long run. So, before
vetoing an apparent misuse of time, ask yourself how this could possibly
benefit your company.
2. PERSONAL IMPROVEMENT
Everything that happens to us happens in purpose. And sometimes, one

thing leads to another. Instead of locking yourself up in your cage of fears
and crying over past heartaches, embarrassment and failures, treat them as
your teachers and they will become your tools in both self-improvement
and success.

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Take these tips:
❖ Stop thinking and feeling as if you’re a failure, because you’re not.

How can others accept you if YOU can’t accept YOU?
❖ When you see hunks and models on TV, think more on self-
improvement, not self pitying. Self-acceptance is not just about
having nice slender legs, or great abs. Concentrate on inner beauty.
❖ When people feel so down and low about themselves, help them move
up. Don’t go down with them. They’ll pull you down further and both
of you will end up feeling inferior.
❖ The world is a large room for lessons, not mistakes. Don’t feel stupid
and doomed forever just because you failed on a science quiz. There’s
always a next time. Make rooms for self-improvement.
❖ Take things one at a time. You don’t expect black sheep’s to be goody-
two-shoes in just a snap of a finger. Self-improvement is a one day at
a time process.
❖ Self-improvement results in inner stability, personality development
and SUCCESS. It comes from self-confidence, self appreciation and
self- esteem.
❖ Set meaningful and achievable goals. Self-improvement doesn’t turn
you to be the exact replica of Cameron Diaz or Ralph Fiennes. It hopes
and aims to result in an improved and better YOU.
❖ Little things mean BIG to other people. Sometimes, we don’t realize
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“hello”, greeting someone “good day” or telling Mr. Smith something
like “hey, I love your tie!” are simple things that mean so much to
other people. When we're appreciative about beautiful things around
us and other people, we also become beautiful to them.
❖ When you’re willing to accept change and go through the process of
self-improvement, it doesn’t mean that everyone else is. The world is
a place where people of different values and attitudes hang out.
Sometimes, even if you think you and your best friend always like to
do the same thing together at the same time, she would most likely
decline an invitation for self-improvement.
We should always remember that there’s no such thing as ‘overnight

success’. It's always a wonderful feeling to hold on to the things that
you already have now, realizing that those are just one of the things
you once wished for. A very nice quote says that, “When the student
is ready, the teacher will appear.” We are all here to learn our lessons.
Our parents, school teachers, friends, colleagues, officemates,
neighbors… They are our teachers. When we open our doors for self-
improvement, we increase our chances to head to the road of success.

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MOTIVATION: THE HEART OF SELF IMPROVEMENT
Pain may sometimes be the reason why
people change. Getting flunked grades
make us realize that we need to study.
Debts remind us of our inability to look
for a source of income. Being humiliated
gives us the ‘push’ to speak up and fight
for ourselves to save our face from the
next embarrassments. It may be a bitter
experience, a friend’s tragic story, a great movie, or an inspiring book
that will help us get up and get just the right amount of motivation
we need in order to improve ourselves. With the countless negativities
the world brings about, how do we keep motivated? Try on the tips I
prepared from A to Z!
A. Achieve your dreams. Avoid negative people, things and places.

Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “the future belongs to those who believe
in the beauty of their dreams.”
B. Believe in your self, and in what you can do.
C. Consider things on every angle and aspect. Motivation comes from
determination. To be able to understand life, you should feel the sun
from both sides.
D. Don’t give in and don’t give up. Thomas Edison failed once, twice,
more than thrice before he came up with his invention and perfected
the incandescent light bulb. Make motivation as your steering wheel.
E. Enjoy. Work as if you don’t need money. Dance as if nobody’s
watching. Love as if you never cried. Learn as if you’ll live forever.
Motivation takes place when people are happy.

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F. Family and Friends – are life’s greatest ‘F’ treasures. Don’t loose
sight of them.
G. Give more than what is enough. Where does motivation and self-
improvement take place at work? At home? At school? When you
exert extra effort in doing things.
H. Hang on to your dreams. They may dangle in there for a moment,
but these little stars will be your driving force.
I. Ignore those who try to destroy you. Don’t let other people to get
the best of you. Stay out of toxic people – the kind of friends who
hates to hear about your success.
J. Just be yourself. The key to success is to be yourself. And the key to
failure is to try to please everyone.
K. Keep trying no matter how hard life may seem. When a person is
motivated, eventually he sees a harsh life finally clearing out, paving
the way to self-improvement.
L. Learn to love your self. Now isn’t that easy?
M. Make things happen. Motivation is when your dreams are put into
work clothes.
N. Never lie, cheat or steal. Always play a fair game.
O. Open your eyes. People should learn the horse attitude and horse
sense. They see things in 2 ways – how they want things to be, and
how they should be.
P. Practice makes perfect. Practice is about motivation. It lets us learn
repertoire and ways on how can we recover from our mistakes.
Q. Quitters never win. And winners never quit. So, choose your fate –
are you going to be a quitter? Or a winner?
R. Ready yourself. Motivation is also about preparation. We must hear
the little voice within us telling us to get started before others will get
on their feet and try to push us around. Remember, it wasn’t raining
when Noah build the ark.
S. Stop procrastinating!

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T. Take control of your life. Discipline or self control jives
synonymously with motivation. Both are key factors in self-
improvement.
U. Understand others. If you know very well how to talk, you should
also learn how to listen. Yearn to understand first, and to be
understood the second.
V. Visualize it. Motivation without vision is like a boat on a dry land.
W. Want it more than anything. Dreaming means believing. And to
believe is something that is rooted out from the roots of motivation
and self- improvement.
X. X Factor is what will make you different from the others. When you
are motivated, you tend to put on “extras” on your life like extra
time for family, extra help at work, extra care for friends, and so on.
Y. You are unique. No one in this world looks, acts, or talks like you.
Value your life and existence, because you’re just going to spend it
once.
A. Zero in on your dreams and go for it!!!
3. Grooming and Harmony
✔ Good Grooming is taking care of

yourself and your body - and it's
something everyone can and should do.
✔ It's how you stay looking good and
feeling good.
✔ All you need to do is establish a good
daily routine so that you remain fit,
healthy, clean and tidy.
✔ In other words, it's working with what you have and making
the best of yourself.

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✔ Good grooming doesn’t mean you have to spend hours in front
of the mirror, wear the latest fashion or spend a fortune at the
hairdresser.
✔ No matter how expensive the outfit, down-at-heel shoes and a
lack of personal care will always let it down. An inexpensive
outfit, however, clean and freshly presented can look a million
dollars!
Good personal presentation is something that we can all achieve, and
knowing you look your best will give your self confidence a big boost.
The power of a first impression should never be underestimated.
Appearance is the first filter among the many ways in which you get
sized up and hence, should never be deemed unimportant. Include the
following personal hygiene tips in your daily routine until they become
second nature, to appear well-groomed.
1. Shower daily
Take a shower daily and scrub yourself clean with a loofah to get
well-exfoliated skin. Opt for mild soaps or shower gels, preferably
with moisturizer, so that your skin remains hydrated. Follow the
cleansing-toning-moisturizing regime for healthy looking skin.
2. Hair care
Make sure you visit a salon every three
months to get the ends trimmed, so that
they don’t split. Also, take vitamin
supplements such biotin, to enhance hair
growth.
3. Nail care
Short nails appear neater and professional. Go for a mani-pedi at a
salon or do it at home.

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4. Dress appropriately
When it comes to picking out the right attire, dress for your
personality. Wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident.
Yet, remember to dress sensibly, appropriate for the setting, and to
wear fresh, clean clothes.
5. The art of applying makeup

Makeup is not just for celebrities
or for special occasions in your life.
There is a whole line of everyday
cosmetic products out there for
young women, to make you look
refreshed and professional.
Learning to apply the right kind of makeup could be a bit tricky for
beginners, but there will always be experts to help you choose just the
right kind of makeup.
4. Posture and Poise
Good posture
● What is good posture?
● Standing up
● Sitting down
● Lifting things
● Lying down
What is good posture?
Walking should be a relaxed motion.
✔ You must be comfortable with your body.

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✔ Stand with knees slightly bent.
✔ Abdomen must be pulled in.
✔ Keep your chest high
✔ Posture is the position in which you hold your body and limbs
when standing, sitting or lying down.
✔ To have good posture means that you need to be aware of always
holding yourself in a way that puts the least strain on your back,
whatever you are doing.
Having good posture means that:
your bones and joints are in line so

that muscles can be used properly
your spine has its three normal

curves
ligaments holding the spine together

are not being stressed
you don't get tired as quickly

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you don't get pain in your back or
other muscles
you look good!
To have good posture, you will need:
strong, flexible muscles, especially each

side of the spine
well balanced muscles, not

overdeveloped on one side
to be able to move freely
to be aware of your posture and work

to improve it.
Regular exercise like running, walking, cycling and playing different

sports will help to keep your back strong.
Standing up
To have good posture when you are standing, you need to practise.
Stand in front of the mirror.
1. Holding your head up and chin in, look straight
ahead.
2. Put your shoulders back.
3. Tuck your tummy in.
4. Keep your knees straight.
5. Take a deep breath and relax your shoulders.
6. Keep your chest forward.
Standing for a long time is tiring, so try to rest one foot at a time a bit
higher up than the other, like on a step, or a stool.

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Slumping sideways into your hip is not good posture and can strain your
back muscles. Try to move about rather than standing in one position
for too long.
Sitting down
When you sit, try to keep your back straight.
Put your back against the backrest of

the chair.
Your knees should make a right angle.
Feet flat on floor.
Don't cross your legs.
If you are working on a computer, then your chair should be moved

to fit you.
Don't lean forward. Sit back and

stretch your arms out to the
keyboard.
Bring your chair up close to the

keyboard so that you can rest your
arms on the chair or desk. Keep your
shoulders relaxed. Sitting like this is
the least stressful way for your back.
If you are playing computer or video

games, be aware that your shoulders
may be hunching up as you get more
excited.
You need to rest and move around

every 30 minutes to let your body

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relax.
Try bending back a few times to stretch

your muscles and help them relax.
Lifting things
Never lift by yourself anything that is

an awkward shape or is more than a
quarter of your body weight.
Always bend your knees and straighten

your legs as you lift. This way your leg
muscles are doing the work not your
back muscles.
Use a trolley if you have to move

something heavy.
To lift something, put your feet apart,

hold the object close to your body and
keep your arms bent. This way you are
using your arm muscles and not pulling
on shoulder and back muscles.
Never lift anything higher than your

waist.

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Bend your legs and hips, tighten your
tummy muscles and use your leg
muscles to help you lower the object
down again.
Lying down
Even when you are lying down or sleeping, you can look after your
posture by:
● keeping the natural curves in your back
● lying on your side with your knees bent
● lying with your head on one pillow so that your spine is in a natural
position.
What is Poise?
Poise is one of those states of being that anyone can master.

✔ Merriam-Webster describes being poised as "marked by easy
composure of manner or bearing." In other words, having poise
is being comfortable in your own skin. This isn't always easy,
especially when you're challenged in a professional or social
environment. Rude people can provoke a reaction, but the most
poised people are prepared.
What is Grace?
✔ Merriam-Webster also states that gracious means "being

polite in a way that shows respect." Being courteous, gracious,
and humble will make you a much more pleasant person to be
around.
Developing Poise and Grace

When you look at someone who seems poised and gracious, you probably
think that she is confident and unafraid to show the person who she truly

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is. One of the most important things a parent can do for a child is
to teach her to be polite, self-sufficient, and confident. If parents don't do
this, it's up to the person to figure out how to become that on her own.
Remember that you don't have to be wealthy or powerful to be poised

and gracious. It is more about showing your true self through
actions, gestures, and what you say. Learn the basic etiquette rules and
use them on a regular basis.
10 Tips to Achieve Poise and Grace
1. Keep in mind that no one is perfect. Striving for perfection is

frustrating and will have consequences opposed to what you are trying to
achieve. Instead, learn from your mistakes and move forward. Don't
expect perfection from others either, or you'll find yourself in a constant
state of disappointment.
2. Imagine yourself being confident. If you lack confidence, do some mental
imaging. Watch others who appear self-assured and make notes about
what makes them seem that way. It may be the way they walk or the
fact that they look people in the eye as they hold a conversation.
3. Stand up straight. Notice I didn't say to stand tall? That's because some
of us are short. Slumping and always looking down gives you the
appearance of sadness and the opposite of being poised and self-
confident. Most people can look more poised when they stand straighter
with their head erect and chin up.
4. Avoid arrogance. Poise has nothing to do with arrogance or snobbery, so
don't confuse the two. A humble person who cares about others and gives
them their time in the light can be more poised than someone who is
cocky and arrogant.
5. Be yourself. One thing you have that is strictly yours and no one else's is
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ever try to be someone you aren't because as soon as the façade cracks,
you'll look pitiful rather than poised.
6. Summon patience. A poised person rarely loses her cool. When
something happens that threatens to ruin your day, how you handle the
situation determines how poised you are. You have choices when your
patience is tested. You can throw a temper tantrum, but that makes you
appear pathetic. Better options are to find ways to remedy the situation,
use it as a learning experience, and accept what has happened. Be
patient with others who haven't yet mastered these important skills.
7. Be a lifelong student. Most people who show poise and grace are open to
new knowledge. Read books, be aware of pop culture, follow the news, be
tech savvy, and take classes. If you discover a topic that you are
interested in but not aware of, do research to learn all about it.
8. Stop talking and listen. People will think you are the smartest person in
the world if you listen closely, pay attention to what they say, and show
that you are completely engaged as they speak. Nod, smile, and laugh at
appropriate times. Be empathetic. Ask questions to keep the conversation
going without it always being about you.
9. Be positive but pragmatic. You don't have to be Pollyanna-ish, but don't
dwell on the negative. Doing so will keep you down, and you'll lack the
poise you're looking for. You only have so much energy, and you'll burn it
up faster if you always see the bad side of something.
10. Find a purpose in life and go for it. You may be the type of
person who is driven to succeed in business. Take classes and talk to
people at the level where you want to be. Or you might be someone who
is mission-minded, and you want to make a difference in social issues in
the world or country.

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5. WARDROBE
Treat your wardrobe as you would your cash. If your work or school
has a uniform, lucky you, but if you have made choices for your daily
needs, then you have to make wise choices to consider your money
value and look smart. We suggest it is time to get clever about how
you spend your money. Plan long-term wardrobe, especially if your
budget is limited.
Appropriateness is determined by a number of factors:
● Outdoors or Indoors
● Mixed age or Peers
● Geography
● Building
● Event
● Weather
● Fashion is serious. What you wear reveals a significant message about
you and your world. Even if you don't care much about clothes, they
communicate much about your abilities toward occasion, company
and yourself.
● Think of your clothes as the most communicative factor after you face
and eyes, personal style is how you send nonverbal message.

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List of Modules

1. General Guidelines in On-the-Job Training OJT416 - 1

2 Work Ethics and Values OJT416 - 2

3 Personality Management OJT416 - 3

4 Personal Effectiveness OJT416 - 4

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COURSE TITLE: Accounting Information System Internship

MODULE TITLE: Personal Effectiveness

NOMINAL DURATION: 6 hrs.

SPECIFIC LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this module you MUST be able to:

2. Make plans for personal improvement to gain personal satisfaction,

3. Be aware of the importance of good grooming

1. Personal qualities that an employer seeks in an employee,

1.1 Relationship with others,

1.2 Efficiency on the Job,

2. Guidelines for personal improvement

3. Good grooming, reminders, wardrobe, sensible habits, posture and poise.

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After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:

1. Identify the qualities aside from skill which make-up an effective

Building positive workplace relationships is vital for career success.

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(1). Flexibility and Adaptability: A good employee must be able to work in

5). Punctuality: A good employee should be regular and punctual at work.

(7). Due Diligence: Means avoidance of mistakes or typographical errors and

(8). Being proactive: Should be able to take necessary prior action to

(10). Good Telephone Personality: Telephone communication requires good

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14). Leadership: The leadership competence of the employee is usually

(15). Capacity-building: Through peer-review mechanisms, attendance at

1.1. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

Building positive relationships often provides increased resources to help you

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✔ One of the best ways to build relationships is to let others know

✔ Get in the habit of speaking positively to others and providing

3. Improve your interpersonal skills by supporting other people’s work.

✔ Having a team attitude gives you a big competitive advantage. Ask

4. Ask others to become involved in your projects or activities.

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5. Write thank you notes.

✔ Write notes of appreciation to the people who are doing exemplary

6. Initiate conversations by asking questions.

✔ When we first meet someone, it can be a bit intimidating. We often

7. Initiate repeated interactions and communications.

✔ An important part to building relationships is to continue

8. Participate in activities with others that don’t involve work.

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✔ The information you share can be directly related to their work or

10. Introduce yourself at social work events.

✔ Social events like lunches/dinners with colleagues, retreats,

1.2. EFFICIENCY ON THE JOB

Efficiency in the workplace is defined by the work or tasks completed in a

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2. Limit interruptions for employees who have a hard time focusing on a

5. Allow employees to take mental breaks, whether it involves getting a cup

6. Reward employees who complete outstanding work in the office by

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7. Don’t be Afraid to Delegate. Give responsibilities to qualified employees,

9. Train and Develop Employees. Instead of having workers haphazardly

Everything that happens to us happens in purpose. And sometimes, one