The traits to avoid if you want to be considered the most respected in your organization

Bosses get a bad rap. Even the good ones get stomped on at the water-cooler. There is an even more overlooked unicorn in the corporate jungle. The well-respected employee.

Here are 5 things the most respected employees will never do.

1. Did you hear about last night?

The most well-liked workers maintain a clean nose. Nothing juicy regarding Jane’s split. Not a quick coffee run summary of Joe’s wild client lunch.

Those who truly gain respect over time tend to keep it to themselves. Alternately, take no action at all.

2. Did you see me do that?

Boasticism and platitudes are inappropriate for those who are respected by their peers. Hard labour and humility is the credo.

They encourage their colleagues through good times and bad, letting their work speak for itself.

3. I can’t believe that happened to me!

Complaining is bad for your health and your career. Those employees who command respect never do it.

Yes, seriously. No, it’s not impossible.

4. It’s not my job, man.

It’s always their job. Everything. All. Of. It. Front desk, answering phones, crunching numbers, selling, speaking at events, helping with lunch.

The best and most respected employees know that the good of the team means big wins for everyone.

5. ARGH!

Being cool pays off. The most well-liked workers seldom lose their tempers. They won’t be reported for hurriedly leaving a meeting.

No slamming of the phone. Never ruin someone else’s reputation. Don’t beat your chest. Don’t shake your fingers. Don’t yell.

An exceptional worker is deserving of attention.