| Dress
for Success
You paid careful attention to what you wore for your interview.
Don't stop paying attention to your attire now that you've
got the job. Dress appropriately every day. Make sure
your clothes and hair are neat. Even if your office has
a casual dress code, make sure your clothes are clean,
pressed, not torn, and not too casual. Don't wear too
much makeup or perfume. Avoid big, flashy jewelry and
overly bright colors. Some experts recommend that you
dress like your boss. It's usually a safe bet.
Respect
The Company's Time, And Your Time
Always be on time for work, even if you don't have to
punch into a time clock. And while you are at work, don't
waste time making small talk with coworkers or making
personal phone calls. Do the work you've been assigned
and if you finish early, ask for something else to do.
Your boss will be impressed. Some people end up taking
work home at night and on weekends just because they didn't
use their time well during the workday. Use your workday
well, and you'll be more likely to leave your work at
work.
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Respect
The Company's Property
Don't use the copier to make personal copies, or take
company office supplies. First of all, it just isn't nice.
Secondly, it wastes company resources. And if the company
has to spend extra money fixing copiers and buying extra
office supplies, that means there is less money to give
to employees in salary and benefits.
Respect
People's Privacy
Your job may give you access to personal information about
coworkers or customers. If you work in a cubicle, chances
are you'll overhear your coworkers' conversations. Don't
share what you learn. You wouldn't want someone blabbing
your personal information, would you?
Remember
The Golden Rule
Treat others at work the way you want to be treated and
you are more likely to be treated well. Treat others badly
and you won't get much respect in return. If you find
it hard to be respectful and polite to some people, remember
that some day you might be their boss. Or they might be
your boss.
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Cooperate
and Be Flexible
You may be asked to do work that is unpleasant, boring,
or that you just don't want to do. Do it cheerfully to
show you're an employee the company can depend on. Every
job includes some duties that aren't much fun. Keep working
your best, and be the one your boss can always count on,
and maybe you'll get a promotion.
Respect
Yourself
Remember that the ultimate goal of your job is to satisfy
your needs—for money, lifestyle, recognition, accomplishment,
and advancement. Keep your career goals in mind and keep
working toward them. Be the best employee you can, and
some day, you'll have that career you always dreamed of.
Don't stick with a job if it's not right for you. If you're
not challenged, find a job that challenges you, and keep
working for your career goal.
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