What has been your Attitude at Workplace?

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I think most here have been working for others with few self-employed. The attitude and approach then towards work life tend to differ. When we work for others we are not in control of our work schedule while when we are our own boss we decide what is best and how to go about it. Sometimes, I had to compromise to be a team player as I could not say no except on issues that I did not budge as they impinged on my integrity and principles. I started work at executive positions after qualifying as a professional accountant. That meant I had to be responsible for the function of Finance and Accounting. It involved dealing with colleagues who were function heads, bankers, auditors and government. I was reporting to CEO but that person went by my input in my area of specialization. So the buck stopped with me and I had to face the consequences of my decisions. My approach was to give total involvement and then accept the outcome. I made sure I did my best and then that by itself was my internal reward though external was not in my hands. I had to work for a living all my life but I did not wish to worry about my job security. To a great extent my colleagues and superiors knew where I came from and accepted my approach. That proved a stress reliever and I did not waver in the way I carried myself. My main focus was to give inputs so that my employer benefited in every way. It was total involvement and the satisfaction therefrom gives a smile every time I think about it. What is your take on your work attitude and how did you face the uncertainties of work life? Image: Workplace