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8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by SMJay: 6:31pm On Oct 02, 2022
8 HABITS THAT WILL COST YOU YOUR JOB
There has been a wave of Nigerians abroad struggling with their new jobs outside Nigeria, this is not far fetched because there are habits that we all get away with in this country and expect the same experience in a more sensitive and professional environment.

1-Being complacent. Always strive to learn something new. There are people doing all that, and much more. Oh, and not just for those people. Do it for you!

2-Taking too long to reply to emails. I sincerely believe that it is important to reply to emails in 24 hours or less, unless of course you’re on holiday or you have been fighting with a dragon lol. Once or twice will be overlooked, but making this a habit won’t be taken too lightly.

3-Lone wolf syndrome. Have a habit of always wanting to do things on your own? That won't work in the office. "While independence is good in some situations or when concentration is needed to get a project done, generally people who are team players experience more success at work," Brooks says. “Team-playing involves a lot of positive behaviors including giving credit where it is due (that is, not taking credit for work which a colleague did), helping others when possible, doing tasks that aren’t necessarily in your job description, et cetera.” If you’re not seen as a team player, you won’t have the support of your colleagues when problems arise.


4-Coming to office with a hangover regularly. Now you maybe thinking as to who in their right mind would do that. Lagos boys can relate, especially in december. We had an intern who was fabulous at his work, and even though we did not care about what he did outside of work, his hangover affected his performance. His e-mails had several grammatical errors and he made basic mistakes, regularly. Don’t be that person. A hangover affects your productivity. Sure, you can give yourself a free pass once or twice, but that’s where it ends.

5-Saying ‘That’s not my job’ far too many times. Sure, it is annoying when you’re thrust with some work that is very different from what you normally do it even outside your area of expertise. Try to learn new things. Approach the right people, ask for help and get the job sure.

6-Browsing the net mindlessly, and checking out your social media and dating profiles at work.

7-Cursing is another no-no. More than half of employers in a survey said vulgar language is an indication that an employee is not ready for a promotion. i mean easy with the Fword at work.

8- NOT MINDING YOUR BUSINESS, This has been a major challenge for most Nigerians after migrating because "office gist" has been a norm for several years and almost seem normal. Your Colleague's marital status or sexuality is not your business.

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by muyico(m): 6:45pm On Oct 02, 2022
SMJay:
8 HABITS THAT WILL COST YOU YOUR JOB
There has been a wave of Nigerians abroad struggling with their new jobs outside Nigeria, this is not far fetched because there are habits that we all get away with in this country and expect the same experience in a more sensitive and professional environment.

1-Being complacent. Always strive to learn something new. There are people doing all that, and much more. Oh, and not just for those people. Do it for you!

2-Taking too long to reply to emails. I sincerely believe that it is important to reply to emails in 24 hours or less, unless of course you’re on holiday or you have been fighting with a dragon lol. Once or twice will be overlooked, but making this a habit won’t be taken too lightly.

3-Lone wolf syndrome. Have a habit of always wanting to do things on your own? That won't work in the office. "While independence is good in some situations or when concentration is needed to get a project done, generally people who are team players experience more success at work," Brooks says. “Team-playing involves a lot of positive behaviors including giving credit where it is due (that is, not taking credit for work which a colleague did), helping others when possible, doing tasks that aren’t necessarily in your job description, et cetera.” If you’re not seen as a team player, you won’t have the support of your colleagues when problems arise.


4-Coming to office with a hangover regularly. Now you maybe thinking as to who in their right mind would do that. Lagos boys can relate, especially in december. We had an intern who was fabulous at his work, and even though we did not care about what he did outside of work, his hangover affected his performance. His e-mails had several grammatical errors and he made basic mistakes, regularly. Don’t be that person. A hangover affects your productivity. Sure, you can give yourself a free pass once or twice, but that’s where it ends.

5-Saying ‘That’s not my job’ far too many times. Sure, it is annoying when you’re thrust with some work that is very different from what you normally do it even outside your area of expertise. Try to learn new things. Approach the right people, ask for help and get the job sure.

6-Browsing the net mindlessly, and checking out your social media and dating profiles at work.

7-Cursing is another no-no. More than half of employers in a survey said vulgar language is an indication that an employee is not ready for a promotion. i mean easy with the Fword at work.

8- NOT MINDING YOUR BUSINESS, This has been a major challenge for most Nigerians after migrating because "office gist" has been a norm for several years and almost seem normal. Your Colleague's marital status or sexuality is not your business.

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by Brainmytool: 6:53pm On Oct 02, 2022
Office romance should be number one.

Not minding your business

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by SMJay: 6:26am On Oct 03, 2022
cheesy
Brainmytool:
Office romance should be number one.


Not minding your business
Have you experienced it?
Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by WiszyFraud: 3:01pm On Oct 03, 2022
Did you know??



PSG has banned its players from drinking soda drinks despite having a sponsorship deal with Coca-Cola till 2024.

If people that have so much money to take care of their health can do this, I wonder what’s your excuse for still drinking soda instead of water.


lipsrsealed

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by SirJerrie(m): 3:01pm On Oct 03, 2022
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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by fitinwell: 3:02pm On Oct 03, 2022
SMJay:
8 HABITS THAT WILL COST YOU YOUR JOB
There has been a wave of Nigerians abroad struggling with their new jobs outside Nigeria, this is not far fetched because there are habits that we all get away with in this country and expect the same experience in a more sensitive and professional environment.

1-Being complacent. Always strive to learn something new. There are people doing all that, and much more. Oh, and not just for those people. Do it for you!

2-Taking too long to reply to emails. I sincerely believe that it is important to reply to emails in 24 hours or less, unless of course you’re on holiday or you have been fighting with a dragon lol. Once or twice will be overlooked, but making this a habit won’t be taken too lightly.

3-Lone wolf syndrome. Have a habit of always wanting to do things on your own? That won't work in the office. "While independence is good in some situations or when concentration is needed to get a project done, generally people who are team players experience more success at work," Brooks says. “Team-playing involves a lot of positive behaviors including giving credit where it is due (that is, not taking credit for work which a colleague did), helping others when possible, doing tasks that aren’t necessarily in your job description, et cetera.” If you’re not seen as a team player, you won’t have the support of your colleagues when problems arise.


4-Coming to office with a hangover regularly. Now you maybe thinking as to who in their right mind would do that. Lagos boys can relate, especially in december. We had an intern who was fabulous at his work, and even though we did not care about what he did outside of work, his hangover affected his performance. His e-mails had several grammatical errors and he made basic mistakes, regularly. Don’t be that person. A hangover affects your productivity. Sure, you can give yourself a free pass once or twice, but that’s where it ends.

5-Saying ‘That’s not my job’ far too many times. Sure, it is annoying when you’re thrust with some work that is very different from what you normally do it even outside your area of expertise. Try to learn new things. Approach the right people, ask for help and get the job sure.

6-Browsing the net mindlessly, and checking out your social media and dating profiles at work.

7-Cursing is another no-no. More than half of employers in a survey said vulgar language is an indication that an employee is not ready for a promotion. i mean easy with the Fword at work.

8- NOT MINDING YOUR BUSINESS, This has been a major challenge for most Nigerians after migrating because "office gist" has been a norm for several years and almost seem normal. Your Colleague's marital status or sexuality is not your business.

Ok
Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by DWJOBScom(m): 3:02pm On Oct 03, 2022
I agree with every bit of it
Very very true

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by agitator: 3:03pm On Oct 03, 2022
Supporting APC. They promised three million jobs a year, the statistics speak for themselves. Let him who has ear hear, a word is enough for the wise wink wink wink

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by sukkot: 3:03pm On Oct 03, 2022
nna mehnnnnnn number 3 is why peter obi cannot win. lone wolf syndrome

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by AderonkeOlaniyi(f): 3:03pm On Oct 03, 2022
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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by tunwumi: 3:03pm On Oct 03, 2022
Ok
Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by samuel19222(m): 3:03pm On Oct 03, 2022
Ok


I have a bus for sale

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by obowunmi(m): 3:04pm On Oct 03, 2022
You forgot

- Lateness

- Not knowing how to prioritize

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by SpatialKing(m): 3:04pm On Oct 03, 2022
Being too religious
Always engaging in unnecessary arguments
Supporting Tinubu

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by fydence: 3:04pm On Oct 03, 2022
Brainmytool:
Office romance should be number one.


Not minding your business
depends on who you are romancing

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by Veezy4u(m): 3:04pm On Oct 03, 2022
You need to be hardworking and not try to deceive your boss or co-workers . Don't lose n blame anyonecheesy

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by Fiscus105(m): 3:05pm On Oct 03, 2022
SMJay:
8 HABITS THAT WILL COST YOU YOUR JOB
There has been a wave of Nigerians abroad struggling with their new jobs outside Nigeria, this is not far fetched because there are habits that we all get away with in this country and expect the same experience in a more sensitive and professional environment.

1-Being complacent. Always strive to learn something new. There are people doing all that, and much more. Oh, and not just for those people. Do it for you!

2-Taking too long to reply to emails. I sincerely believe that it is important to reply to emails in 24 hours or less, unless of course you’re on holiday or you have been fighting with a dragon lol. Once or twice will be overlooked, but making this a habit won’t be taken too lightly.

3-Lone wolf syndrome. Have a habit of always wanting to do things on your own? That won't work in the office. "While independence is good in some situations or when concentration is needed to get a project done, generally people who are team players experience more success at work," Brooks says. “Team-playing involves a lot of positive behaviors including giving credit where it is due (that is, not taking credit for work which a colleague did), helping others when possible, doing tasks that aren’t necessarily in your job description, et cetera.” If you’re not seen as a team player, you won’t have the support of your colleagues when problems arise.


4-Coming to office with a hangover regularly. Now you maybe thinking as to who in their right mind would do that. Lagos boys can relate, especially in december. We had an intern who was fabulous at his work, and even though we did not care about what he did outside of work, his hangover affected his performance. His e-mails had several grammatical errors and he made basic mistakes, regularly. Don’t be that person. A hangover affects your productivity. Sure, you can give yourself a free pass once or twice, but that’s where it ends.

5-Saying ‘That’s not my job’ far too many times. Sure, it is annoying when you’re thrust with some work that is very different from what you normally do it even outside your area of expertise. Try to learn new things. Approach the right people, ask for help and get the job sure.

6-Browsing the net mindlessly, and checking out your social media and dating profiles at work.

7-Cursing is another no-no. More than half of employers in a survey said vulgar language is an indication that an employee is not ready for a promotion. i mean easy with the Fword at work.

8- NOT MINDING YOUR BUSINESS, This has been a major challenge for most Nigerians after migrating because "office gist" has been a norm for several years and almost seem normal. Your Colleague's marital status or sexuality is not your business.



Office romance most especially in private settings.

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by Realmi: 3:05pm On Oct 03, 2022
grin...e no easy to make money

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by KingLennon(m): 3:05pm On Oct 03, 2022
Supporting Umbrella or Broom should be number 1....


It's a sign of disOBIdience....

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by bonnyhope: 3:05pm On Oct 03, 2022
Always committing blunder on the task given to you
Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by bigdammyj: 3:05pm On Oct 03, 2022
Noted.
Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by themes009(m): 3:05pm On Oct 03, 2022
angry
Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by highyork007: 3:06pm On Oct 03, 2022
They listed 8 without mentioning the most important - Punctuality. Excessive lateness to work will eventually lead to termination of employment

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by alabo1: 3:06pm On Oct 03, 2022
WiszyFraud:
Did you know??



PSG has banned its players from drinking soda drinks despite having a sponsorship deal with Coca-Cola till 2024.

If people that have so much money to take care of their health can do this, I wonder what’s your excuse for still drinking soda instead of water.


lipsrsealed

Drink beer and live love

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by Jayrockk: 3:08pm On Oct 03, 2022
On point
Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by Teecosmetics(f): 3:08pm On Oct 03, 2022
Well said
Our ladies, pls patronize my business

Check my Sig

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by martinmiller: 3:08pm On Oct 03, 2022
Not being creative in getting things done is also a case study, doing things the old way won't help staff to remain afloat..

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Re: 8 Habits That Will Cost You Your Job by boxypane(m): 3:08pm On Oct 03, 2022
WiszyFraud:
Did you know??



PSG has banned its players from drinking soda drinks despite having a sponsorship deal with Coca-Cola till 2024.

If people that have so much money to take care of their health can do this, I wonder what’s your excuse for still drinking soda instead of water.


lipsrsealed

And how did you know PSG banned her players from taking soda?

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