Hard work and determination are two things needed to be successful. For children to develop a strong work ethic, they need good role models surrounding them, nurturing and encouragement, as well as the opportunity to address their own challenges. We’ve teamed up with a private school in Cambridge to share five ways that you can help your child with this.

Set Goals

Goals help us to plan and encourage children to think about the future. They are a great source of motivation and can help children work towards the things they want.

Try Not to Complain

Parents set a precedent for children, so you must be mindful of how you come across and the attitudes you display. Complaining about what you need to get done for example can lead to children developing negative assumptions and attitudes towards work.

Demonstrate a Strong Work Ethic

Also try to be active. Make plans and try to spend your time wisely, whether that be completing odd jobs around the house, or spending time with your children, it demonstrates productivity and good work ethic.

Show How You Deal with Struggle

Parents aren’t immune to challenges and struggle. We all encounter obstacles. By allowing your child to see that, you can show them that it’s a part of life and teach them to not be afraid.

Instil a Can-Do Attitude

Children also need faith in themselves that they can do the things they put their mind to. They must believe that success is possible and have a can-do attitude. This is something that you can instil with words of encouragement, praise, and reinforcement.

Start Early

There are lots of things that children can have a crack at, whether that be simple chores around the house, or fun projects they can work on. It will give them goals to work towards and develop their work ethic.

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post.