1.       Be single minded in your commitment to your organisation. Be the kind of employee you would like to have if this was your company

2.       Support your leaders wholeheartedly and without grumbling. Even if they are not your ideal leaders. Be the kind of follower you would like to have if you were in leadership or management

3.       Be fully committed to the success of others without expecting the same back. Be the kind of colleague you would like others to be for you

4.       Carry your wounds and/or scars with dignity

5.       Only speak with others about that which contributes to the good of the organisation

6.       If necessary, deal with interpersonal issues face to face. If that fails to have the right impact, take someone you trust and try again. If that fails, take the matter further with someone in leadership, as is appropriate

7.       Study with diligence. Develop the habit of reading. Read books that inspire

8.       Set three stretching goals for yourself every six month cycle and get your manager/leader’s support for their achievement

9.       Take full responsibility for your own contribution to the organisation. Go the extra mile

10.   Be cheerful in every situation

Prepared by Rory Baker

*the phrase “Ten Commandments” is used only as a leg-puller. Take it for what it is... and grow