So did you try out the tips given in our previous article in this series? Results may take a while, but if you consistently follow these tips, you are bound to make an impact. Not only will your boss be impressed, but you will be seen as a useful asset for the organization. Here are more tips for you to grab and use:

Admit your mistakes: If at all you have made a mistake at work, be quick to admit it. Owning up is seen as a positive action by your boss. When you own up a mistake, focus on what you have learned and not on what went wrong.

Be self-reliant: You are not in school anymore. Take full responsibility for your work and be resourceful. Learn how to do things yourself instead of running to boss for little matters and queries.

Be presentable and courteous: Taking care of your appearance is as important as putting in hard work. This doesnt mean that you need to be the mirror cracking type, but you should look smart, neat and presentable. You should also be courteous to all your colleagues, superiors and subordinates.

Be flexible: Working environments require you to be flexible. This means you dont crib if you are asked to work on a particular Saturday. If you need to put in extra hours at times, you should be OK with it. Similarly if you are asked to travel to another branch in the same or another city for a couple of days, you should be open to the challenge.

Separate your work and personal life: Office is not the place to gossip about your spouse or to bitch about your in laws. Leave your personal life behind when you go to work.

These tips will help you become a better and more efficient employee. And that will help you impress your boss. There are no shortcut ways to being valued and appreciated in a working environment. You have to work hard and you have to work smart. Working smart is another skill that many of us lack. We will soon bring you tips on how to work smart and get noticed.