The importance of being nice

Is it important to be nice to get ahead in life? That's a question I am sure bugs almost everyone at some stage or another of life. Is it okay to step on someone's toes or even sidestep somebody while running the rat race? People who don't matter, who are "nobodies"; should we bother about them?

I feel yes, we should keep people's feelings in mind, even if they don't matter. Of course, that doesn't mean that you keep asking permission for doing things, or repeatedly apologizing to people. It simply means giving other people due consideration, saying a thank-you, letting your ego go and so on.

• Nothing can be achieved alone. Remember to acknowledge and thank your team members when you succeed
• Your life doesn't end at the workplace.....your family is your backbone. Remember and appreciate the sacrifices they make to see you go up the ladder
• When someone comes to you with a problem, it does not mean you have to deny responsibility. Take your share of blame.
• It does not hurt to say sorry.
• Listen to people...you give them importance and absorb a lot of information that way
• Your behaviour and kindness will be remembered long after you leave, so make an effort to be nice

Life at the corporate workplace can improve a lot if we keep these little curtsies and politeness in mind.

SO SMILE AND SHINE