Mireles describes work ethic as "getting the job done and sucking it up." This means doing what is needed to get the job done. This seems like a lost skill nowadays. For the Warrior/Sheepdog?Master Teacher, it's a skill that lets you take pride in your accomplishment.
Something that goes with work ethic is sacrifice. There are always things that you could be doing instead of work. Maybe there is a favorite TV show on, or perhaps there was a movie you wanted to see, instead of a project you are working on. Warriors will sacrifice their wants to get the job done. The key is to find a balance between your duty and your family. Sometimes Warriors sacrifice their families to get the job done. Make sure to keep an eye on the big picture.
When doing a job, things can get hard. There may be details that cause problems, and you need to find a solution. Frustration can set in, and you will feel like giving up. Sucking it up means you persevere. Sometimes the frustration comes from physical limitations. Michael Dorn has dyslexia, a developmental reading disorder. Yet, in spite of his dyslexia, Mike has written 25 books, hundreds of articles, and is the Executive Director of Safe Havens International the world's leading non-profit organization dedicated to the safety of children. Dyslexia is a difficult hurdle to overcome, but Mike sucked it up, overcame his obstacles, and has become very successful.
Master teachers have an excellent work ethic. There are many things a teacher could do after school hours. Master teachers forgo many of them to grade papers, plan lessons, or reach out to their students. They are dedicated to their children, so they sacrifice of themselves to give their students what they need to succeed.
So a solid work ethic is a a must for the Warrior, for the Sheepdog, and for the Master Teacher.
Do you have it?
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