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How to Maintain a Good Positive Working Attitude

Cashie Evans
· · Updated Jan 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Work is a very important part of life. Most people must have jobs to provide for their basic financial needs. One of the most important elements of any job is your attitude.

Maintaining a good positive working attitude while performing work-related tasks is often an essential requirement of performing the job effectively. Learning how to do so can help you function successfully and may even lead to promotional opportunities.

 

6 Steps To Maintain A Good Positive Working Attitude

Good Positive Working Attitude

1. Think About What You Like About Your Job

Focus on specific tasks you find pleasant to perform. For example, if your job involves taking customer service calls, think about the fact that you get to help people with every single call. If you have a short commute, think about how little time you spend getting to work each day.

If you are having trouble finding any positive aspects of your job, ask a co-worker what he likes most about it.

 

2. Do Something At Work Every Single Day That Makes You Happy

Bring a specially prepared lunch complete with homemade brownies that you can look forward to eating in the afternoon. If possible, take five minutes each hour to exercise. Place pictures of family members or pets on your desk. Purchase fresh flowers once a week to add color and life to the office.

 

3. Set Goals To Complete

Write a certain number of articles each day. Find one new client each week. Attempt to sell a specific number of items each month. Make all goals concrete and doable. Let your fellow co-workers know about your plans. Ask if they can assist you in meeting them.

 

4. Listen To Cheery Music

If your workplace allows it, play music with cheerful undertones. Choose songs with lyrics filled with optimism and hope. Hum these lyrics under your breath as you go about your day.

 

5. Take A Few Seconds Every Hour To Focus On Happy Experiences

Think about places you've gone on vacation. Envision yourself there for a few seconds. Tap into your happy memories as you go about your day, using them to lead to a sense of well-being and positive feelings at work.

 

6. Check Out Other Jobs

If you are truly unhappy at your job, take time each day to search the want ads and make new contacts. Tell yourself that you will only work at this job for a set time frame. Use this information to put a smile on your face each day. Remember the situation is only temporary.

 

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Cashie Evans

Cashie is a freelance writer covering a variety of topics, including parenting, tips and tricks. She took her love of writing to the Web. Cashie attended Louisiana State University and received her bachelor’s degree in 2009.

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