Starting a New Job

So we focus a lot on how you get a job. Where to apply, what steps to take, how to interview, etc. Well, what about once you do get the job? How do you keep it? How do you gain the respect of your employers and co-workers? Here’s an article to give you a couple of tips in make a great impression at your new job!

“Landing a job takes plenty of time and energy, but being a success in the workplace doesn’t stop once you’ve been hired. It is important to make a good impression- especially in the first critical weeks of employment- in order to connect with your coworkers, learn job responsibilities, and fit into your company’s culture. Here are some tips for job success from CareerBuilder.com, LLC:

·         Get a good night’s rest.

·         Learn the names of your coworkers as soon as possible.

·         Do your research. Visit your company’s website, read its publications, and otherwise familiarize yourself with its products/services to get a handle on its mission.

·         Be positive. Smile and speak in an upbeat voice.

·         Be a work warrior. Arrive ahead of time to work each day, take only the allotted time for lunch and breaks, and leave when or after your fellow employees finish work for the day.

·         Take the initiative. Always be willing to tackle tasks that make your boss’s life easier.

·         Take notes. Write down assignments, procedures, contact information, and names of people you frequently deal with.

·         Appearance counts. Dress appropriately for your position and be well groomed.

·         Be flexible. Be ready to handle unexpected challenges.

·         Be appreciative of the attention and help of others.

·         Be a good listener and learner.

·         Connect with your boss. Learn his or her personality and work style.

·         Ensure that you meet your employer’s expectations. Check in with your boss to see if expectations are being met.

·         Get to know your colleagues.

·         Observe and learn from your coworkers. Find out who the rising stars are and emulate their work habits.

·         Identify and avoid office politics.

·         Respect the established order.

·         There is no “I” in team. Teamwork is the key to success in today’s corporate world.”

-CAM Report (September 2009)

(Career Advancement Management College & Career Press, LLC)

I hope this is helpful for you all!

-Allison