Tuesday November 6, 2012
Work well done!
WORDWISE
By S.H. LOKE
ONCE a carpenter showed his completed cabinet to his friend. Beaming with pride he said, “I even varnished the back part of the cabinet,” he said.
His friend replied, “Nobody will know as they will never view the back.”
“I will know,” said the carpenter with glee.
In short, this is what job satisfaction is all about: knowing that you have done your best.
It is a joy to have colleagues who take great pains over their work. They are systematic and organised.
If one of the following words describes you, then you deserve all the accolades from your boss and colleagues. It reflects on your sound work ethics and moral integrity.
Meticulous
Mindful of small details, making sure that everything is done correctly.
Shanti will make a good doctor because she is very meticulous in her work.
Punctilious
Very careful to behave correctly and obey rules.
Our school Speech Day was a success because our punctilious teachers took care of everything.
Methodical
To do things carefully, in a well-organised way.
My aunt always plans her Christmas dinner early in a methodical way.
Fastidious
Being quite obsessed that every detail is correct.
Her house is always spick and span, as she is fastidious about cleanliness.
Cautious
Careful to avoid danger.
Sam is a cautious driver who does not like to drive very fast.
Exacting
Takes great pains with details while working.
He is a popular surgeon because he is exacting and skilful.
Precise
Taking care to be exact and accurate.
As a scientist you have to be very precise in writing your articles.
Conscientious
Showing a lot of care and attention.
Judy is a conscientious student who checks her answers thoroughly before passing up her paper.
Diligent
Showing close attention and effort in your work or duties.
Simon is a diligent worker who deserves to be promoted.
S.H.Loke is a retired English teacher who enjoys writing poetry and travel articles. She is also a wordsmith who loves playing with words.
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