For the Workplace
Dependability
Keeping my promises and obligations even when it requires extra effort
Dependability creates a workplace where trust and consistency anchor daily work.
When people follow through on commitments, others can plan, collaborate, and perform with confidence. Dependability strengthens team reliability and supports long-term success.
Essay
How Good is Your Word?
by Mary Andres Russell
Recently, a fellow church member retired after 40 years working for one healthcare organization. That alone is impressive. Amazingly during those 40 years, she did not take one sick day. Not one! That is an inspiring level of Dependability!
Here are three questions to ask yourself as you ponder Dependability this month:
How good is my word? In my parents and grandparents’ day, their word was their bond. In trusting relationships, “you have my word,” is the only contract needed.
Do I keep my commitments? When I make a promise or commitment, do I follow through every time even if the situation has changed, the commitment is more difficult than I anticipated, or I’ve had a better offer? With our busy lives and demanding jobs, it is very easy to become overcommitted and overwhelmed. Am I careful what I promise?
How seriously do I take my vows? In our first years of marriage, as my husband and I went on hikes together, I recited our wedding vows over and over in my mind. It served to instill those vows in my mind and root them in my heart and I know that it strengthened our young marriage. Do I remember my promises?
This month, pay special attention to your promises, commitments, and vows. And work to be impeccable with your word.
Affirmations for the Workplace
I follow through on my commitments and honor my word.
I make promises thoughtfully so I can deliver on them.
I take responsibility for my mistakes and work to correct them.
I contribute my fair share to team goals and shared tasks.
I stay aware of my workload and capacity so I can manage expectations and ask for support when needed.
Dependability Resource Library
The Links below will take you to Resources you can use in the workplace to encourage the Character Quality of Dependability.
Dependability Quotes
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