Work is an integral part of human life. It creates security, healthy living standards, happiness and pleasure. It is important for the physical, mental and moral development of an individual.

Over-work, has become the present trend, which contributes towards mental and physical exhaustion, rather than efficiency and effectiveness.

Efficiency in work may not result in quick promotion, but will definitely result in success. In order to improve and be efficient one has to have the right attitude, a desire to better things, be alert, desire to learn & grow, be hard working, patient, optimistic and be willing to co-operate.

Being organized is an important aspect of becoming efficient. A neat & tidy office enhances efficiency (a cluttered desk does not necessarily mean that the person is busy or hard working!). Have all the material you need next to you. Save time from constantly searching for things...

Prioritize - do what is most important first and then move on to other things.

Believe in yourself, be confident, respect authority, be true to yourself - all these will help get the right things done at the right time, in the right place.

Some dos and don'ts in the office:

Do not leave office without informing where you are going & when you will return
Do give enough time to get work done
Do not be partial, be fair
Do be respectful towards all - keep employees' personal information confidential
Do not shout at an employee/colleague in presence of others
Do be tactful
Do show appreciation for work well done - Give credit where credit is due
Do admit mistakes - being humble helps! No one is perfect anyway Do not have the know-it-all attitude
Do participate in teamwork - make it a shared effort
Don't burden your boss with your personal woes ...unless it affects your work
Do keep the office clean and tidy

All these will go a long way in improving one's efficiency at work.