HOW TO SETTLE IN WHEN YOU FINALLY GOT THE JOB – FIRST DAYS AT WORK

Now that you have finally landed a job and are looking forward to resuming duty, here are a few tips to help you settle in quickly and easily at work during your early days. Remember, first impression really do matter, so make the best first impression you can.

 DRESS CODE

It is important that you know the dress culture of your new employer. Depending on the industry in which your new employers operate in, certain industries have peculiar dress codes. One way to know the dress code of the company is through observation during your job interview and possibly during the orientation programme for new employees.  You can also ask your employer what the dress code is before your first day at work so that you are adequately prepared.  Make sure you stick to the dress code as much as possible.

RESUME ON TIME, DON'T BE THE FIRST TO LEAVE AT CLOSING TIME

Nothing can put you under undue anxiety and pressure on the first day at work than coming late. Ensure that you leave your house early enough to allow you get to the office at least 30 minutes earlier so you can settle down and plan your day. When it is time to close for the day, never be the first to pack up your bag to leave, even if you are not doing anything important. Little things like this create a lasting impression in the minds of your employer. Don’t assume nobody is watching.

MEET YOUR NEW COLLEAGUES/KNOW THEIR NAMES

Meet Your New Colleagues (Image Source: Google)

Some companies will have someone (maybe a supervisor) introduce you to other staff members of the company. You are not expected to know the names of all your co-workers within your first week at work, but try and note the names of those within your immediate team.  Where you do not remember the name of a person, kindly apologize and request that they remind you. As time goes by, you will get to know and remember the names of the others.

 
ASK FOR ASSISTANCE WHEN NECESSARY

 Ensure you ask questions and request for assistance when necessary. You are the new entrant and need to know how things are done in your new company. Do not assume anything; seek clarification when you are not sure of what to do.

 
OBSERVE YOUR TEAM MEMBERS AND STAY CLEAR OF TROUBLE

Make it a duty to study your environment. Observe your team members, identify mischief makers and gossips and avoid meddling with them as much as possible. You don’t want to have your reputation smeared. Even if you are a gossip yourself (some persons are), you will do yourself a world of good to stay clean.

 
KEEP YOUR PERSONAL BUSINESS TO YOURSELF

As much as possible, keep your personal issues to yourself.  Even though we sometimes need someone to talk to, don’t be quick to let out your personal issues to someone who has not earned your trust and respect.

 
BRING ON YOUR A-GAME

You must show competence when assigned a task. Take initiative, have a CAN-DO spirit, don't give excuses when assigned a task. You need to prove that your employer made the right choice employing you for the job. Be a team player, recognize and appreciate those who help you in the course of delivering on any task.

Remember that every person you meet at your new workplace was once a new employee like you. So be calm and don't be anxious. Take one day at a time and enjoy the ride.

Post By Awele V Adibi