Tips - First Week At Work

Tips - First Week At Work

Be polite and courteous to everyone you work with.
Learn company policy and working rules
(such as behavior, harassment policy, dress code etc.).
Find out as much as you can from you boss about what is
expected from you; what are the ground rules.
Find out what is the preferred method of communication
(email, phone or drop by) at the work place. Get aquatinted
with people you are going to work with and establish a
contact with them. Listen more than talk.
Avoid referring to your old employer and how things were done there.
Be punctual and dress appropriately.
Get involves in work as soon as possible.
The first week is not only for orientation.
If possible start in the middle of the week,
you will have less stress and can use the weekend
to better prepare yourself for next week.