Some associates see their position as working to improve both the organization and themselves, while others work simply for the pay. The difference is that the former employees are invested in both the company’s and their own welfare, while the latter are only concerned about themselves. Either way, both workers are contributing to the organization.

Ken is a hardworking employee who always shows up to work on time. He maintains a quiet demeanor, he rarely talks to coworkers, and it can be difficult to read his expression. In the two years he has been with the company, he has become known for his peculiar personality. While this is not a typical way of knowing whether a worker is satisfied with his position, it is a too-familiar description of a person most people probably won’t like to work with.

On the other hand, Ken’s coworker John is friends with everybody at work. There is never a dull moment with John. He is the one person everyone wants to chat with. When he is not at work, everyone notices his absence. Most people can relate to these two different scenarios because they are more common in the workplace than most people realize. But what does it teach us about people and work?

If you have been in the workforce for a long period, you will agree that both the quiet worker and outgoing worker exist in almost every organization. Just because someone is quiet doesn’t mean that they are not happy with their job. Additionally,........

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