Your first day in a new job is like the
first day at school; you're not quite sure where to go, what to do and who to
talk to. I hope this will give you
some advice on what to do so you can stop worrying and start settling in.
Before your begin:
- Try and take some time off between jobs - it will clear your head and give your body the rest it needs.
- Research where you're joining, beyond
their website. Find out who's there, what they've done, how they've
grown, what their reputation is like across their industry. This will really help you once you get started.
I know it
takes a lot of effort to get a new job so here are my tops tips for you to take
away so your first day goes as smoothly as mine did!
- Dress to impress - it will help you act more confidently.
- Be on time – allow yourself extra time that morning – if you arrive very early, go and get a coffee in a (very) nearby café and breathe. Watch your timings at lunch.
- Be confident – if you aren’t that confident as a person, act it out.
- Introductions – make it your business to introduce yourself to others.
- Feel free to ask advice – people love to share their answers with you.
- There are probably lots of transferable skills from your old job, but remember that every office has its own way of doing things.
- Go for a coffee break – get to know your new colleagues on a personal basis.
- Never talk negatively about your old role or colleagues – onwards and upwards!
- Keep your phone on silent.
- Be the one who volunteers for something, no matter what the task - team work!
- Connect with your new colleagues, add them to your LinkedIn profile and follow them on Twitter. I would leave Facebook for personal use.
Remember the qualities that got you the job in the first place. You’ll have plenty of
time to relax into your new role so make the
most of it and enjoy your new work environment.
Good luck!
Niamh, @niamini
Great tips! We miss you :-(
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