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Earn Your Coworkers’ Respect - International Nurses Association

Would you rather be beautiful/handsome, or have respect? That is a question Steve Jobs would ask perspective employees early in his career. The fact is, you do have to earn respect. It is not simply a natural attribute, so how do you earn it? Steps to Earning Coworkers’ Respect 1.     be honest. People will respect someone that is honest and does         not come across as untrusting.  2.     Defend yourself when necessary. No, you do not need to meet the world with an attitude ready to argue your case with everyone.  You should, however, stand up for yourself when necessary. If someone points a finger at you, and you know it is unjustified, speak up. If possible, make it one on one, and let them know that not only are they blaming the wrong person, but also that you do not appreciate the accusation. Then of course, move past it. 3.     Your opinion matters more than y...