People create their work habits and then it is these work habits which they frame and follow that help them grow at work. Identifying profitable work habits and following them, in order to establish a good work life balance, leads to a successful career. The whole system becomes easier to work, leading to more efficiency. Adopting various good work habits helps one work smarter without working harder. Then, life and work become more balanced and enjoyable.

This article tries to analyze the reasons for some people being more successful at work than others. This question is the focal point of this paper. The answer to this, in one word is `Habit'. To summarize the facts about success, is that successful people have learned these habits and practiced these behaviors and unsuccessful people either do not have them or do not follow them. Some habits are inherent, but many are learned and can be modified. Habits begin at home and school while culture, traditions, etc., also play a great role in habit formation.

It is important to develop positive habits in all spheres of life. One needs to practice good habits as part and parcel of one's way of life. To progress in a profession, it is essential to develop certain positive work habits. This fosters a good work culture and fulfills individual growth simultaneously. Individuals excel in their performance if they develop good working patterns. It is an art to cultivate these habits because they promote stability and direction in one's life. Good work habits generate rewards as higher productivity, income, boost one's self-esteem, confidence, increase one's eagerness for work and life, reduces stress at work, promotes decision-making, better time management and also helps in conflict resolution, thereby creating a favorable atmosphere at work.

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