By Akangjungla
Work has become a central focus in people’s lives, often demanding more time due to intense competition and the need for better service delivery. Different people work for different reasons. People work for self-sufficiency, financial stability, or personal fulfillment, but discipline remains essential. Work today demands longer hours, continuous skill upgrades, and strong work ethics, with its value often measured by credentials and earnings, though these are not true indicators of worth.
In Naga society, work of certain edge is traditionally reserved for family, village, and community, sometimes limiting opportunities for capable individuals. Work performance in Naga society was measured by the type of employment, with a strong preference for government jobs due to their higher salaries and perceived stability. However, there is now growing recognition of entrepreneurs, business owners, and private job holders as valuable contributors to the economy and providers of employment. Regardless of the nature of work, discipline is essential for all professionals. It ensures adherence to workplace rules and fosters teamwork to achieve common goals.
While skills enable valuable work, true professional success is often measured by one’s commitment to work ethics and standards. In today’s context, work goes beyond self-sufficiency, shaping community values, shared responsibilities, and work-life integrity. Maintaining professional discipline not only benefits workplaces but may also address why Naga professionals sometimes engage in unethical practices.
Often, workplaces that prioritise trust and understanding face the challenge of balancing employee independence with task completion and quality maintenance. However, it cannot be unseen that work and trust are fundamental concepts that play crucial roles in both personal and professional relationships. Whether in personal relationships or professional settings, fostering trust and committing to meaningful work are keys to achieving success and maintaining strong connections. Perhaps, the right blend of work and trust can help in doing away with toxic workplace environment, mental block, lack of motivation and creativity, and bring a deeper value and purpose to every kind of professions.
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