My Understanding of The Proper Environment in Workplace

Growing up in Japan, I had the immense privilege of experiencing a culture very much centered on high levels of respect, honor, and hard work. Being surrounded by these cultural attitudes has allowed me to develop a somewhat different approach to the professional arena. While working at my mother’s clinic in Japan I developed an understanding of the importance of being respectful to my colleagues and customers. I believe that respect for one another is the key component for a happy workplace and for providing quality services to customers. I believe that feeling welcomed is extremely important within workplace culture, both for employees and clients. While placing myself in a new environment can be challenging, adaptation can be fostered through kindness, patience, and guidance. The UAS workplace is not a one-man job, as teamwork is considered essential. Being around an inclusive group of colleagues has the potential to create harmony in a company, while also cultivating new ideas.

Customer and client relation is important as well. As a company, a high standard of respect must be upheld towards the customers. Not only to keep them content, but simply because they are the customers. Essentially, they are paying for the service so they are the ones with the upper hand. The mentality of “the customer is always right” is one of the best ways to keep a pleasant relationship with them. For example, they will feel very comfortable if they reach out to a company and the employees are considerate, respectful, and professional. These are the values I believe a company should withhold. In my opinion, the contribution is one of the key factors that strives a company towards success. Everyone plays a role. For example, if a player scores the only goal in a soccer match, he is not the winner; the team as a whole is the winner. When an employee feels engaged with their work, it generally motivates them to do better work.

On the contrary, if an employee feels disengaged, it generally has a negative impact on the company. The more you feel engaged, the more motivated you become. The more motivated you are, the harder you work. The harder you work, the more you develop talent. The feeling of contribution and satisfaction is what I believe drives motivation and commitment in the workplace.

Adaptation is not something new to me. I have lived in Japan for 18 years and decided to come to Arizona State University to pursue a college degree. Although the culture shock was immense, it did not take too long to adapt. This is why I believe that I will fit in well at a company. I am a quick learner. I was also raised in a culture in which respect is incorporated into everyday living, which I think is the most important aspect of not only in a workplace but as a person.

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