What are you worth?
This article appeared in the Courier Mail on Saturday 26th April 2008

We can look at this from two different angles. One is our worth in a work environment and the other is our self worth. These are closely linked and can be evaluated on a reasonably regular basis by your employer, colleague, friend or even ourselves.

Our worth to our employer can be considered in a number of different ways however our behaviour is probably one of the most outstanding issues employers can face. This may be attributed to insufficient guidelines or training from an employer or an employee who is continually has a disruptive influence in their work environment.

The employer can easily put guidelines or appropriate training in place but what about the employee. A large percentage of disruptive employees do not actually recognise how disruptive they really are. A private conversation with the employee about their behaviour and ongoing positive worth to the business from a manager or colleague can often be enough to ignite an improvement.   

Personal self worth may need time and careful consideration. We can take an honest look at our contribution to our family, friends, relationships, personal attitude and thoughts and how we treat ourselves on a daily basis. While you are considering all of this try to recognise your thoughts as positive or negative and how you actually feel. Do you feel happy, positive and comfortable with yourself? Then think about what you may need to do today to strengthen and improve the way you feel. Make a list of the items you wish to achieve that will support your self worth and the date by which you will achieve them.

Positive and constructive self worth is a valuable personal trait that is reflected in your work environment and personal life.