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How to Succeed on
the New Job |
Once you've made the big transition
from job searching to landing the job, the next
goal is job success. There are specific skills
you need to know and use to be successful at your
job. It's important to practice these skills prior
to starting the job. First impressions show from
day one. You only get one first impression.
This isn't a complete list.
It's a good idea to check with your supervisor
about what's most important. Employers say more
people lose their job because they don't use good
work habits, rather than they aren't able to do
the job. The following list of suggestions is
based on feedback from a majority of surveyed
employers.
Employer Expectations
- Having a positive attitude
is one of the most important factors in achieving
job success. Don't carry negative feelings into
your new workplace-- resolve them elsewhere.
- Always be on time. How long
will it take to get to work? Allow a few extra
minutes for traffic problems and getting children
to daycare. Set an alarm clock to help you get
up. Being reliable and dependable gains the
trust and respect of your new employer.
- Try for good attendance.
If you're going to be out sick, ask your supervisor
the proper method of notification.
- Know and follow all office
rules, policies and procedures. Read the employee
manuals.
- Listen and learn. Be open
to new ways of doing things, even if you were
taught differently in school or on a different
job. Don't be quick to find fault, criticize
or complain until you can prove you can do something
a better way.
- Meet and exceed your employer's
expectations.
- Learn all you can about the
job you were hired to do before thinking about
moving up.
Communication
- When you need to talk with
your supervisor, ask when would be a good time
to meet.
- Take advantage of your performance
reviews. Stay calm. Learn from them. Ask how
you can improve. Show job-related classes you've
taken. Most supervisors appreciate employees
who are concerned about performance and finding
ways to improve. Your job success is also their
success.
- Ask for help when you need
it. If you make a mistake, let your supervisor
know immediately. Find out how you can fix it.
Follow the proper chain of
command. Discuss items with your supervisor first.
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- Prior to starting the job, have all of your
appointments with doctors, dentists, etc., out
of the way. Have your transportation and daycare
lined up so you don't immediately have to take
time off. Have an emergency plan for daycare
and transportation.
- Be willing to learn new skills. Keep a record
of classes you're taking that relate to the
job. Review this with your supervisor at an
appropriate time.
- Take time in making new friends. Find positive
and upbeat coworkers. Avoid negative, critical
and gossiping people.
- Be clean and well-groomed. Wear clean and
job-appropriate clothes. Pay attention to how
your coworkers are dressed. Avoid wearing strong
perfumes or colognes.
- Keep your personal life and problems at home.
Don't use the employer's equipment and time
to do personal things like making personal phone
calls, using the copy machine or resolving your
personal problems on the job. If you're having
trouble resolving personal problems, counseling,
support groups or employee assistance programs
may be useful.
- Create the image. Dress for the job you want
next.
- Be patient with yourself and your employer.
It takes time to get used to, learn and like
a new job.
- Volunteer for projects and committees if your
work is completed and your supervisor approves.
Getting Along With Others
- Don't express your opinions, biases or prejudices
about others while you're at work. Diversity
is a priority in the workplace.
- Accept criticism as constructive. Don't become
defensive or take criticism personally. Thank
people for their input. Consider changing if
it's warranted. If you're unsure how to handle
the situation, check with your supervisor.
- Always be friendly to everyone. Be willing
to go the extra mile. This creates goodwill
with employers, coworkers and customers.
- Notice who your boss relies on and model yourself
after them.
- Find a mentor, someone who knows the employer
and the job well enough to coach you or show
you the ropes.
- Realize playing politics or power games could
be dangerous and backfire on you.
- Treat everyone with courtesy and respect.
Remember, as you climb the career ladder, you
may meet the same people on your way down the
ladder.
- Keep your emotions under control. The job
isn't the place to let your feelings get out
of control.
- Show appreciation. Let your supervisor(s)
know you appreciate their training, support,
input, feedback, etc.
- Strive to be positively recognized.
Be friendly and helpful to everyone at all levels.
Be a team player. Be willing to help. Know the goals
of your job and how your job fits into the overall
organization. Avoid a "know-it-all attitude."
Try to fit in with the team. Keep your sense of
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