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''[[Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism]]'' is a highly influential 1905 book by sociologist [[Max Weber]].  The ethic consists of hard work, disdain for leisure, competitive spirit and a profit motive to provide an incentive to achieve.  

''[[Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism]]'' is a highly influential 1905 book by sociologist [[Max Weber]].  The ethic consists of hard work, disdain for leisure, competitive spirit and a profit motive to provide an incentive to achieve.  

Despite being an [[Atheism|atheist]], [[Harvard University]] historian [[Niall Ferguson]] declared: "Through a mixture of hard work and thrift the [[Protestantism|Protestant]] societies of the North and West Atlantic achieved the most rapid economic growth in history."<ref>[http://blog.tifwe.org/the-protestant-work-ethic-alive-well-in-china/ The Protestant Work Ethic: Alive & Well…In China] By Hugh Whelchel on September 24, 2012</ref>

[[Harvard University]] historian [[Niall Ferguson]] declared: "Through a mixture of hard work and thrift the [[Protestantism|Protestant]] societies of the North and West Atlantic achieved the most rapid economic growth in history."<ref>[http://blog.tifwe.org/the-protestant-work-ethic-alive-well-in-china/ The Protestant Work Ethic: Alive & Well…In China] By Hugh Whelchel on September 24, 2012</ref>

== Four definitions of work==

== Four definitions of work==

== Psychological factors or other factors associated with a strong work ethic ==

== Psychological factors or other factors associated with a strong work ethic ==

Psychological factors significantly influence work ethic, impacting a person's motivation, engagement, and overall performance. These factors include intrinsic/extrinsic [[motivation]], job satisfaction, workplace stress, and leadership styles. Other crucial factors are autonomy, mastery, and a sense of psychological safety within the workplace.<ref>

 

Psychological factors significantly influence work ethic, impacting a person's [[motivation]], engagement, and overall performance. These factors include intrinsic/extrinsic motivation, job satisfaction, workplace stress, and [[leadership]] styles. Other crucial factors are autonomy, mastery, and a sense of psychological safety within the workplace.<ref>

*[https://www.google.com/search?q=psychological+factors+for+work+ethic&oq=psychological+factors+for+work+ethic&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQLhhA0gEJMTE5NzRqMGoxqAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Psychological factors for work ethic]

*[https://www.google.com/search?q=psychological+factors+for+work+ethic&oq=psychological+factors+for+work+ethic&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQLhhA0gEJMTE5NzRqMGoxqAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Psychological factors for work ethic]

*[https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8248600/ Relationships between work ethic and motivation to work from the point of view of the self-determination theory], PLoS One. 2021 Jul 1;16(7):e0253145. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0253145

*[https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8248600/ Relationships between work ethic and motivation to work from the point of view of the self-determination theory], PLoS One. 2021 Jul 1;16(7):e0253145. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0253145

'''3.''' Workplace Stress: Effective [[stress management]]

'''3.''' Workplace Stress: Effective [[stress management]]

'''4.''' Excellent Leadership and organizational culture (Clear Expectations and support. Positive culture (Trust, respect, fairness, people feel they belong, committed to organizational mission and goals)

'''4.''' Excellent leadership and organizational culture (Clear Expectations and support. Positive culture (Trust, respect, fairness, people feel they belong, committed to organizational mission and goals)

'''5.''' Autonomy: Feeling a sense of control over one's work and [[decision making]] can increase responsibility and a stronger work ethic

'''5.''' Autonomy: Feeling a sense of control over one's work and [[decision making]] can increase responsibility and a stronger work ethic

'''6.''' Mastery: The satisfaction derived from mastering [[skill]]s and achieving expertise can be a powerful motivator and contributor to work ethic. See also: [[Self-efficacy]]

'''6.''' [[Mastery]], "the state of deep knowledge and [[skill]] in a subject, is pursued for its inherent benefits and positive impact on various aspects of life and the life of others. It fuels [[motivation]], enhances [[self-confidence]], fosters a love for [[lifelong learning]], and leads to an [[achievement orientation]] and to greater [[achievement]]s and fulfillment. Mastery is not just about acquiring skills, but also about developing a [[growth mindset]] and a [[passion]] for continuous improvement.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=importance+of+mastery&sca_esv=b793f48a711d8998&ei=9RppaJGzKt7Hp84P_o3WqAQ&ved=0ahUKEwjRgf683KWOAxXe48kDHf6GFUUQ4dUDCBI&uact=5&oq=importance+of+mastery&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiFWltcG9ydGFuY2Ugb2YgbWFzdGVyeTIJEAAYsAMYBxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgcQABiwAxgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHjIJEAAYsAMYCBgeMgkQABiwAxgIGB4yCRAAGLADGAgYHkjesAFQgBZY6x1wA3gAkAEAmAGZAaABlAOqAQMwLjO4AQPIAQD4AQGYAgagArYDwgIJEAAYsAMYDRgewgILEAAYsAMYCBgNGB7CAgYQABgNGB7CAggQABgIGA0YHsICCBAAGKIEGIkFmAMA4gMFEgExIECIBgGQBgqSBwMzLjOgB_MYsgcDMC4zuAelA8IHAzItNsgHHQ&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Importance of mastery]</ref>  Mastery and the satisfaction derived from mastering [[skill]]s and achieving expertise can be a powerful motivator and contributor to work ethic. See also: [[Self-efficacy]]

 

== Building a strong work ethic ==

== Building a strong work ethic ==

*[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGjM8kzh8TCgbYi213503JXFsZEs9xhc7 Life changing work ethic] - video playlist

*[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGjM8kzh8TCgbYi213503JXFsZEs9xhc7 Life changing work ethic] - video playlist

== Psychology and medical science of overcoming laziness/sloth ==

== Psychology, medical science and various practical ways of overcoming laziness/sloth ==

[[File:Francis Shaeffer's tearing off the roof.jpg|thumbnail|400px|right|"Through sloth the roof sinks in, and through indolence the house leaks." - Ecclesiastes 10:18]]

[[File:Francis Shaeffer's tearing off the roof.jpg|thumbnail|400px|right|"Through sloth the roof sinks in, and through indolence the house leaks." - Ecclesiastes 10:18]]

*[https://www.inc.com/business-insider/10-tricks-more-productive-avoid-laziness.html 10 Ways to Break the Cycle of Laziness], Inc. Magazine

*[https://www.inc.com/business-insider/10-tricks-more-productive-avoid-laziness.html 10 Ways to Break the Cycle of Laziness], Inc. Magazine

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'''Videos:'''

''See also:'' [[Work ethic quotes]]

''See also:'' [[Work ethic quotes]]

[[File:Dr. Eric Thomas.png|thumbnail|right|300px|"You might come from privilege. But you will not outwork me!' - Eric Thomas, Motivational speaker, author, consultant, and minister.]]

[[File:Dr. Eric Thomas.png|thumbnail|right|300px|"You might come from privilege. But you will not outwork me!' - Eric Thomas, Motivational speaker, author, consultant, and minister.]]

*"Success is dependent on effort.” - [[Sophocles]]  

*"Success is dependent on effort.” - [[Sophocles]]