ASSUMPTION POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

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WORK IMMERSION
MODULE 1

WORK ETHICS

What this module is about

Work Immersion is one of the course requirements for graduation. A Senior High School student has to
undergo Work Immersion in an industry that directly relates to the student’s postsecondary goal. Through Work
Immersion, the students are exposed to and become familiar with work-related environment related to their
field of specialization to enhance their competence.

Specifically, the students are able to: (i) gain relevant and practical industrial skills under the guidance
of industry experts and workers; (ii) appreciate the importance and application of the principles and theories
taught in school; (iii) enhance their technical knowledge and skills; (iv) enrich their skills in communications and
human relations; and (v) develop good work habits, attitudes, appreciation, and respect for work. These
prepare them to meet the needs and challenges of employment or higher education after graduation.

After going through the module and doing the exercises, you are expected to:

1. Define work ethics;

2. Discuss work ethics characteristics;
3. Identify right from wrong ethics; and
4. Explain how to ethically deal different situations in the workplace.

Today’s business environment is not only fast-paced, but also highly competitive. In order to keep pace
and stay ahead, possession of several key work ethics is a plus for achieving a successful career. Holding key
traits such as attendance, character, teamwork, appearance, and attitude add value to both you as a person
and your company. Successful careers come in many flavors, but work ethics are a main ingredient in most
recipes for success.

Lesson 1: WORK ETHICS

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WORK ETHICS DEFINED:
 A standard of conduct and values for a job performance.
 Work ethic is a value based on hard work and diligence. It is also a belief in the moral benefit of work
and its ability to enhance character. A work ethic may include being reliable, having initiative, or
pursuing new skills.

POSITIVE WORK ETHICS

 A work ethic of any kind not only includes how you feel about your place of employment or position but
also how you perform the duties of your job. According to All About Philosophy's website, a work ethic
includes your attitude, communication abilities, behavior toward coworkers, honesty and accountability.
What sets a positive work ethic apart from a negative work ethic is the focus on confidence and
encouraging interactions with coworkers. Your attitude toward your job and position in a positive work
ethic is just that -- positive. You arrive at work with a smile on your face, focused on the task at hand
and committed to performing your duties to the best of your ability.

WHY ETHICS ARE IMPORTANT

 A work ethic, especially a positive work ethic, is important from a business perspective for the
confidence it breeds in clients and consumers. Your positive attitude and dedication to a client's needs
or creation of a product can boost your business' reputation as a company that deals honestly and
fairly. Ethics also work to build a moral compass within a business and helps discourage attitudes and
business models that seek to cut corners in the name of making a profit.

IMPACT FOR EMPLOYERS

 Employers who emphasize a positive work ethic must be absolute in maintaining the environment for it
to thrive according to the Global Ethics University. This means a business can allow no room for moral
ambiguity, rationalization or ego in its positive work ethics model. Otherwise, the strategy may fail. Just
one rogue executive taking excessive privileges, such as private trips on a company plane, can ruin all
the good will built by a positive work ethic.

EFFECTS AROUND THE OFFICE

 Ethics spring from within and are difficult to teach in the traditional sense according to All About
Philosophy's website. That doesn't mean a positive work ethic can't be contagious. An employee who
accepts each job with equal tenacity and dedication forces co-workers to follow suit or risk being left
behind. A worker who does all this with a smile on his face can help others to enjoy the job a little more,
thereby increasing productivity and worker morale.

CHARACTERISTICS OF HAVING GOOD WORK ETHICS

ATTENDANCE

Be on TIME. Do not be ABSENT

 Be at work evert day possible

 Plan your absences
 Do not abuse leave time
 Come to work on time
 Be punctual every day
PRODUCTIVITY
Make Good Use of Your Time

Do the work correctly

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Get along with co-workers
- Cooperation is the key to productivity
CHARACTER

Do Things You Best Know How

Be HONEST
- “Honesty is the single most important factor having a direct bearing on the
final success of an individual, corporation, or product.” Ed cMahon
Be DEPENDABLE
- Complete assigned task correctly and promptly
Be LOYAL
- Speak positively about the company
- Be Willing to LEARN
- Look to improve your skills

ORGANIZATION
SKILLS
The KEY to getting your task done on time

Make an effort to improve

- Learn ways to better yourself
Time Management
- Utilize time and resources to get the most of both

TEAMWORK

Working toward a goal requires cooperation and respect

Be a TEAM Player
- The ability to get along with others including those you do not necessarily
like
LEADERSHIP Abilities
- The ability to be led and/or to become the leader

Be a CONTRIBUTING member
- The ability to carry your own weight and help others who are struggling

ACCEPT compromise

- Recognize when to speak up with an idea nad when to compromise by

blend ideas together.

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 COMMUNICATION

Written…..Verbal…..Visual

Written Communication
- Being able to correctly write reports and memos
Verbal Communication
- Being able to communicate one on one or to a group

APPEARANCE

Clothing…..Hygiene…..Manners

DRESS appropriately
- Dress for success
- Set your best foot forward
Personal Hygien
- The ability to be led and/or to become the leader

GOOD Manners
- Handshake
- Eye contact

ATTITUDE
Be Positive…..You Can Do It!
Have a good attitude
- Listen to suggestion
- Be positive
Accept responsibility for one’s work
- If you make mistake, admit it

RESPECT

Be sensitive to Racial and Cultural Difference

Work hard
- Work to the best of your ability
Carry out orders
- Do what’s asked the first time

Show respect
- Accept and acknowledge individual talents and knowledge

References ---------------------------------------------------------------
Work Immersion Workbook by Wacks Venzon - issuu
https://www.manage.gov.in/studymaterial/workethics.pdf

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