Mai- topic 4

Topic: We all work in our jobs with many different kinds of people. In your opinion, what are some characteristics of a co-worker (someone you work closely with) ?


In modern society, we tend to spend a lot of time at work and our co-worker may be the ones we communicate most frequently. Sometimes the work itself can become stressful; so it is important for us to get along with co-workers. To me, a good co-worker should be diligent, humorous and respectful.

When we work together, especially in a team, diligence is a must. Each member in a team undertakes a different task, which is a part of project. If I am hard-working to run your task well and meet the deadlines while my co-worker is not, the whole plan of company will be possibly ruined. Hence, a good co-worker should at first devote himself to work.

Secondly, my co-worker should have sense of humor. I am usually put under high pressure of work; then how terrible I will feel if I am rounded with always-serious faces.What I need is a pleasant working environment and sometimes, a good joke may cheer me up. I strongly believe that humor enhances creativity as well as productivity, and people can laugh together can work well together.
Last but not least, people at workplace should respect others. Respect is a basis to build a good relationship. Could I comfortably collaborate with a person who likes talking behind my back? Also, I feel unpleasant when hearing gossip. Each of us has a personal life should be respected. In addition, we come from different backgrounds, so have different styles of living and habits, which we never want to be laughed by our colleagues. Only when we show respect to each others can we be in a good mood to work together.
We can hardly achieve successful working results without the help of a good co-worker. I will feel glad if I can work with a person who is diligent, humorous and respectful.