Get along well with others

Positive Social Skills i.e., good manners and showing gratitude Digital Etiquette Social Networking Etiquette Gossip (Lack of) Professionalism Tact Punctuality Digital Etiquette - or netiquette as it is sometimes called, is a basic set of rules you should follow in order to make the internet better for others, and better for you. It's just as important to treat people with courtesy and respect online as it is in real life. Social Networking - the use of dedicated websites and applications to interact with other users, or to find people with similar interests to oneself. Etiquette - the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group. Gossip - casual or unconstrained conversation or reports about other people, typically involving details that are not confirmed as being true. Professionalism - the competence or skill expected of a professional. Tact - sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues. Punctuality - the characteristic of being able to complete a required task or fulfill an obligation before or at a previously designated time. 

Attitude YOU decide what your attitude is going to be Positive Negative You can either decide to look at things optimistically or pessimistically a. Distinguish between positive and negative attitudes. b. Explain the benefits of exhibiting positive attitudes. c. Describe characteristics of people who exhibit positive attitudes. d. Describe ways to exhibit a positive attitude.

Get along well with others and work effectively with them in groups Two main aspects of working well with others: Team work Cooperative or coordinated effort on the part of a group of persons acting together as a team or in the interests of a common cause Time management The ability to use one’s time effectively or productively, especially at work. Time management is the key to effective working

Conflict Resolution Process Identify the problem Identify possible solutions Evaluate each suggested solution Pick the best solution See if the solution is working If necessary, agree to disagree

Communication in Conflict Situations In order to diffuse conflict situations – two main steps to take: Private locations Use I-messages I feel _______________  YES!!! When you ___________  NO!!! Purposes of “I” Messages You can use an “I” message when you have strong feelings, especially when your children’s behavior is not acceptable to you. The benefits of “I” Messages include: helping you to get clearer about your feelings as you communicate them to your children modeling healthy ways of dealing with feelings providing a way for you to express anger without insulting your children or diminishing their self-esteem informing your children of your reaction to their behavior giving your children the opportunity to be responsive to your needs by acting differently, thus helping your children to become less ego-centric as they consider the effect of their behavior on other people opening the doors to honest communication with your children contributing to a healthy relationship, increase in trust and a sense of connection.