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 Wish you could regress into ‘time off’? Don’t worry. With
a relaxed smile and the suit that makes you shine, you’ll
defi nitely appear confi dent to others. As a basic rule, ensure
that you cover all hygiene-related matters (which means
you need to wear deodorant!) and remember to dress for
the position above you and not for the one that you actually
have.
If you feel nervous or a little pressured to perform, you must
remember to “appear like a swan on the surface, while paddling
furiously underneath.”
When you arrive at work, be polite and friendly to everyone
you encounter, whether it’s the receptionist or the mailroom
clerk, your colleagues, or your new boss. You’ll more than
likely have to introduce yourself to those you meet, so take
some time to practise your introduction, stating your name,
new position, and something positive about your new job.
Remember to make eye contact and keep your head up!
You need to understand the scope of your job and exactly
what you’ll be responsible for. If in doubt about anything,
don’t be afraid to ask questions. People generally like to
help others and it usually makes them feel good about
themselves.
Be sure to check out your work area: offi ce, building, bathrooms,
elevators, stairs, appropriate spots for coffee and
lunch breaks. Also, familiarise yourself with your company’s
code of conduct and any rules of behaviour such as dress
codes, and company telephone usage. Check if the company
that you work for has a booklet outlining its
‘code of conduct’.
Familiarise yourself with any materials that may
have been left for you by your supervisor or a former
employee. Unless restricted, browse through old fi les
on your computer system and hard copy fi les in the
fi ling cabinet.
More than likely, your supervisor will be too busy to
hold your hand and walk you through every step of
the way. As daunting as it seems, this is your opportunity
to get your foot in there—try to get your hands
on more stuff to do and ask for more responsibilities
if you don’t have enough to keep you busy! Chances
are that your supervisor and others will be glad to
have your help in doing all that extra work.
Chin up!
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