Must I carry myself as if I'm desperate to look efficient at work?
819212
I know exactly what you are referring to as that "look of desperation".  I have seen this happen in both large and small companies, where certain individuals always seem to be scurrying around with worried looks on their faces as if they have deadlines for each minute of the day.  Yes, during certain peak times a department will have major deadlines to meet and every employee within that department will feel the crunch.  You will find these crunch times are prevelant within small, rapidly growing companies where maintaining a trained staff is extremely difficult during periods of rapid growth.  However, as a manager in various corporate environments, I have found that some employees use this desperate appearance to look busy and avoid additional projects or workloads.  Their reasoning seems to be if I look as if I'm overworked and stressed, no one will ask me to take on any additional work.  This reasoning might work for a while, but eventually someone will get wise to the fact that there is a lot of racing around but no production!  I think that most managers are tuned in to this type of behavior and can spot it fairly quickly. \n\nAs a new employee, the best approach to this situation is to handle your responsibilities in an efficient and cheerful manner.  It is not necessary that you maintain this strained appearance nor act as if the weight of the company rests on your shoulders.  In an environment such as this, socializing and wasting time will certainly get you booted out the door, so take care that you don't let that happen to you.  If you finish your work for the day, make sure you either approach your manager or a co-worker to offer assistance.  Your calm approach in comparison to your co-workers' desperation will be noted and you will be appreciated for your professionalism.  This behavior can help you move up the corporate ladder quickly, as your superiors will be impressed by your ability to remain calm under pressure.
364973
I think you should be concerned with presenting yourself in a manner in which you want to be seen. If you're a professional, dress professionally. If you work in the oilfield, dress appropriately. If you work with kindergarteners, jeans would be better. Worrying about name brands and designer fashions is a waste of money, effort and time. Dress to what you feel comfortable in and is appropriate for your lifestyle and what you need to do. The media shows us such a limited view of what is "normal" and we have become totally self-conscious, way more than anybody should ever be. Weight should be decided by health standards, not movie styles.
425836
yes - you should talk to your boss and make sure she understands what you feel. also, don't simply decide on the priorities just with what other co-worker want u do to, unless you can accommodate that along with your own deliver ables. Boss w(sh)ould know the big picture and deal those 'extra' help requests from others thru your boss - two things: your boss will then know how much helpful you are to others and your boss will know how others are struggling to get their work done - this will help for you career and will help your manager for better planning.
1033153
anythin n everythin can b claimed as ur strength.. like team player skills, optimistic approach, positive outlook\nbut in case u r goin 4 an interview.. pls  do not mention any direct weakness like i m lazy or i sleep a lot...\ntell somethin like i m a workaholic person, or i try to b perfect in anythin else...\nthis though are negative qualities at individual level but can wil not hinder in functioning of any company or institution u r seekin to work with.
457855
Be competent at what you do.  Do not engage in office politics.  Trying to make yourself look better usually makes you look like a brown-noser.  Just do your job to the best of your ability.
208832
work more efficiently...
937355
Insufficient firepower =)\n\n\nSeriously though... I'm an expert at procrastinating which can really pose a threat since I work for myself.... "I've got ALL day to worry about that.... hmmm, let's see what's going on in Yahoo! Answers."\n\nThe fortunate flipside is that I work great under pressure, so when it comes down to deadlines I rise to the challenge. \n\nI guess you could say I'm getting where I want to be, but I might be getting there more quickly if I forced myself to be more disciplined. But then again, I believe life is a journey, not a destination... so I may as well have fun along the way! See how well I can rationalize these things?
965655
Dress up formally and wear a little makeup, if necessary, to feel confident.\nMake a timetable and stick to it.\nAllow yourself breaks and keep your home and office life separate.\nIt is now how long you can work everyday but how much you achieve in the hours you work.
892293
Well this is part of our life. In our life nothing is plain sailing and all these are part of our challenges and it depends on how you take it.  I used to feel the same way as you are but after giving some thought I feel that we should face the challenge. No matter what sort of working environment you are in, you face the same problem.\nYou really heve to take it positively and take things at a step when it comes. You can give it a try and I believe you can do it.\nAll the best to you
207163
There's absolutely nothing pathetic about getting up and doing anything by yourself. And you're not the only one. \nWhen people are stareing at you, could it be that they envy you and your self assuredness
657860
put on one or those podometers or whatever they are called that count your steps and calculated it into miles a day you walk. well anyways put it on before work and check it when you get off. youd be amazed seriously, some people at work do it they walk like 2 miles and they are lazy. but that might make you feel better on those busy days a justifier
811327
Call in and say that you are having a problem with your eyes.\nWhen your boss asks what it is say "I just can't see myself coming in to work"!  Hah hah hah!!!
358206
Yes. Get up, take a hot shower, put on your hottest clothes and take command of the day. Show the boss what you are all about. We all feel like tossing in the towel now and then, but it doesn't pay...not in cash, or in character. Go get 'em tiger.
685036
YOU MIGHT BE EQUIPPED WITH ALL STUFFS ALREADY.\n\nNEVER GIVE-UP.THAT ONLY I COULD SAY.
460108
Hell yes....Stand tall walk proud...be yourself and all around you will see the difference....Portray Confidence in yourself and see the difference!
762310
Hello,\n\nI try to accomplish set objectives to the best of my abilities.\n\nIf an objective is set which is unrealistic then it makes me want to work less as i know that i will never complete the objective in the time that i spend at work.\n\nIf i get an objective that is achievable then i do my best to complete it, as best i can, as quick as i can. If there is not a lot to do then i slack a bit, and if there is a lot to do then i work harder to try to lower that load.\n\nMy bosses can be quite harsh, and demotivating; and sometimes they can be friendly. When they are in a bad mood i just find out what tasks i have to do, then i try to keep out of their way...\n\nWhen i do a good job, i feel like i am a valued member of the team; and i feel that i have earned my wage and that i am useful. By working to the best of my abilities i feel that it will be easier to get future promotion.\n\nThanks
128099
It might help if you picked up a grammar book. Appearance means an awful lot, and by the mis-spellings and poor grammar in your question, you're appearing illiterate and sloppy!\n\nPut some thought into your work, into how you appear to other people and especially to your boss.