First day at work?

@akn1961 (1034)
India
August 28, 2010 10:07pm CST
Your first day at work in your new job can be a memorable and important experience if you keep a few things in mind. Make the right first impression and carry your best self to work. In this competitive market, most people believe in changing jobs in order to grow in their respective careers. But no matter how many jobs you change and how many organizations you switch, the first day at work always sends those shivers down your spine. And if you are a fresher preparing to enter the professional world, the first day at work can be a never forgetting experience. Entering a new organization, making an impression, meeting new people, understanding the work culture and starting something new are certainly not easy tasks. So what is it that you should do or should not do at your first day at work? Once you have made it through the hurdle of getting a new job, here are a few cool ideas to get you through the first day. It is the impact of first impressions. In categorizing people, we all take shortcuts and first impressions about people often turn into long term views and reputations – which are good for people who make positive first impressions, but bad for people who make negative thing first and in the workplace, during those first few early days where you are meeting everyone – first impressions about you and your future potential can make a major part on your future success with the organization. I feel that probably the closest to perfection a person ever comes is when she/he fills out a job application form. On the first day, be natural and genuine. Dress comfortably. Make sure your clothes are neat, clean and well pressed and use the right deodorant/perfume. I think the first day at a new workplace is an emotion in itself. Induction in companies is very critical as it makes employees into the business. There is a combination of emotions that spread like nervousness and anxiety to perform. I would suggest that one must be mentally prepared to fight these situations and be prepared and confident to face the new working environment. Remember, confidence is a key differentiator at your new workplace; so exhibit enough and more the very first day. Remember to rest and relax, keep your mind open, get to know your team members and do your work-and you should go for in making a everlasting impression and reputation. Here are a few ways on how to do just that: 1 Be on time. Give yourself enough time in the morning and remember that it is better to be half an hour early than to be a minute late. 2 Have a positive attitude 3 Look smart. First impressions count. 4 Make friends with your colleagues, show loyalty to your colleague and work as a part of the team. 5 Do not be fear to ask questions and seek help. If you do not understand something that your senior has asked you to do, ask for a clarification. 6 Remember the names of your colleagues. 7 If you have worked in other organizations before, do not gossip about previous employers and seniors.
5 responses
@ynahh1 (454)
31 Aug 10
Its a great help.Your tips was nice surely i will take it into consideration.Every time that i entered to my new job i feel outcast because you know am new.I also feel nervios on what should be the impression on my new-boss and co-workers.
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• United States
29 Aug 10
Thank you for the very nicely written guideline! I'm going to remember this when I get a paying job in the future. I have a tendency to stutter and always seem nervous, and I realize I need to stop. I also have a strange aversion to asking for help, which also should be stopped. As you mention these emotions that overcome a person during his first day of work, I can't help but remember the first day of school, every year, in elementary school. The first day of school was always filled with nervousness and anxiousness, and first impressions are extremely important, considering the maturity of the class. The way you act, or the people you talk to on the first day usually map out the rest of your year, from the way you are treated to the people you sit with at lunch.
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@adhyz82 (36249)
• Indonesia
29 Aug 10
thats great tips my friends..but remember your boss not only see you in a first day but overall when you are in office
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• United States
29 Aug 10
Nice tips not only to be upheld the first day of a job but during the lifetime of employment as well. The first day is certainly important to keep all eyes and ears open as it is the day the employee is going to be orientated. Thanks for the tips!
• India
10 Sep 10
dear akn1961 your view on subject it very good thanks for sharing your views.