A positive attitude, striving for improvement and practicing teamwork are some of the traits of an irreplaceable. Find out what the rest are right here...

No matter your job, it is vital that you always work towards becoming a valuable asset in the company you work for. If you're deemed expendable then you will be the first to go when it is time for retrenchment, leading to unwanted job loss.

These five things can help you become an irreplaceable employee.

Have a Positive Attitude
Every job is bound to have days in which negative events occur. The employee who is able to stay positive through thick and thin is the employee that everyone wants on their team. Unfortunately, just one negative attitude can bring down an entire group of people so be sure that you remain a positive influence with an optimistic outlook to hold onto your job.

Practice Teamwork
No matter what type of job you have, it requires teamwork in one way or another. An invaluable employee treats both internal and external customers as well as colleagues and supervisors with respect. Collaboration is an important way to show that you are willing to work with others and valuable feedback to the entire workplace, so practice being part of an effective team. 

Be Results-Oriented
Employees who simply show up to work every day and “get the job done” are not enough with the current state of the economy. They must also be results-oriented and set goals for themselves to achieve. For instance, if you work in sales then set a goal to sell 5% more than any of your colleagues and be sure to make your success known to your supervisor.

Become a Role Model
A role model in the workplace is someone that others look up to for advice. If you are able to become a role model through exemplary work and extensive knowledge within the field you will quickly be irreplaceable. It is also beneficial for role models in the workplace to mentor new employees as a way to showcase their talents and their passion for the job.

Always Strive for Improvement
An invaluable employee in any workplace is someone who is always striving to grow and to improve. Whether growth comes through professional development workshops, signing up to take classes, or staying up to date with the latest developments in the field it is vitally important to commit to improve yourself. Lifelong learning is important in the workplace to become an invaluable employee.

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