Your poor work attitude doesn't just make you miserable; your co-workers and even your boss can feel the effects. As your productivity declines and you drag your heels into work every day, your employer will see you as a less valuable member of the team. You can take concrete steps to switch your poor attitude to a good one. Your performance will benefit, as will your peace of mind. How to fix it -Changing mindset. Think positive about what has gone right in your life overall. Remember strong relationships you have outside of work and invoke happy memories. A break from the cycle of negative feelings may be enough to get you through the workday with a smile on your face. -Steering clear of people, reinforcing poor attitude. Negativity is easily adopted from others. Instead of spending break time complaining with co-workers about the state of your jobs, read a book about self-improvement. Better yet, seek out others who approach their jobs with enthusiasm and vigor. -Talking to someone about concerns. A workplace issue at the root of your poor attitude may be fixable. Speaking privately with your supervisor or the human resources department can lead to a resolution. If you're not comfortable speaking with your boss or colleagues, a trusted friend or counselor can help. Talking through your feelings can prevent an on-the-job blowup you can't take back. -Working with the company to improve position. Request feedback on your performance and offer to develop achievable performance goals to give you something to aim for. Express interest in areas related to your current position as well as more challenging tasks. This can lead to a job that is more fulfilling. -Working on interpersonal skills. Displaying a positive attitude is a way to make a poor attitude disappear. When asked to take on additional and burdensome roles at work, don't refuse outright; offer to help out in another way more consistent with your skill set. Choose your words carefully: When standing up for yourself, be professional and acknowledge the needs of the company. Projecting a good attitude around co-workers is one way to attract positive influences into your social circle.