Seven Deadly Workplace Sins. First Up: Pride

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Recently, I read an article from Careerbuilder.com about the Seven Deadly Workplace Sins. I’d have to agree that they did a pretty good job pinpointing the vices that can surely get you in trouble at work. Missing only the stone tablets and Moses, they’re some pretty good sins to avoid if you want to succeed professionally.

Here’s the full list.

1. Pride

2. Envy

3. Anger

4. Greed

5. Sloth

6. Gluttony

7. Lust

Taken without explanation, it sounds highly biblical. And I’d even argue that you need a lot of these traits, at least in small doses. Over the next few weeks, I’ll break it down and give you my take on each one.

Let’s start with pride.

In one sense, it’s absolutely necessary. You have to be proud of your work, proud of your accomplishments, proud of your abilities. That’s an undeniable given. Personally, I don’t want people working for me who aren’t confident in their talents and skills and aren’t pleased with their success.

But there’s a fine line. Rarely, do people achieve everything alone. Be sure to acknowledge the work and the contributions of your co-workers. If your ego gets too big for the room, you lose the respect and the support of your team. And no one can go it alone.

Next time: Envy

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