A good reputation comes from a strong work ethic. Here's how I define a strong work ethic.Be Professional. Be Polite.Practice being cordial and positive while refraining from gossip. Knowing how to communicate constructively and positively, while respecting the feelings of others is an invaluable tool. Respect others and develop a reputation for having integrity, meaning honesty, fairness, and consistency in what I do and say.Professionalism includes: Reliability and honesty, Deliver best outputs, and consistency in delivering good quality.Practice Good Time ManagementOne way of evaluating this is to create a list summarizing my skills and requirements of my job and knowing what needs improvement. Time management includes: deadlines for delivering even small tasks, and Prioritizing tasksKeep a Balance Life and Deliver Consistent High PerformanceBe active, sleep well, and socialize: Play is best when it’s earned, equally sleep. Earn sleep by working hard on one’s goals in the day.Develop Good HabitsConcentration is the ability to stay on a task until it is completed, by working in a straight line to get from where one is, without distraction or diversion, to the destination, i.e., completion of the work.