Title: (Optional) Analyze the importance of a strong work ethic.
Course: Life Planning (19257-18) > Section: Developing Strategies for Lifelong Career Planning

Analysis should include

- the definition of work ethic
- factors that influence attitudes and beliefs about building and maintaining a strong work ethic
- specific examples of employees demonstrating a strong work ethic.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What role does work ethic play in your success as a family member? As a friend? As a student? As a worker?
- What factors determine your attitudes toward work ethic?
- What is the relationship between work ethic and social and political issues?
- What is your responsibility as an employee?
- What does it mean to cooperate?

Communication

- What communication skills are needed to analyze the value of work ethic?
- Do you think that improving communication skills helps improve work ethic? Why or why not?
- How does body language affect the communication process?

Leadership

- What leadership concepts encompass a positive work ethic?
- What leadership skills can you use to persuade others of the value of work ethic?
- How do you define integrity?

Management

- What resources are available to individuals who wish to learn more about the work ethic?
- What are the benefits of a strong work ethic for your family? Your school? Your community? Your country?
- What is the relationship between work ethic and balancing work and family roles?
- What might happen if an employee or employer engages in unethical practices?
- What is your responsibility with regard to reporting unethical choices made by co-workers?