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once you have the job
ONCE YOU HAVE A JOB:
Some Tips to Help You Keep It
Congratulations! You got the job you've been looking for. How, are you going to keep it? Well, get off to a good start and your chances of keeping it will be a lot better.
The first thing to do is to find out who is your immediate supervisor. You will depend on that person to find you the information you will need to be a success in you new job.
These are the kinds of things you will need to know:
What are the hours you are required to work?
Who to notify if any emergency comes up and you will be late or absent.
What is the dress code?
When do you get paid?
What are the benefits related to your job?
Are there scheduled break time?
Is there an employee lunch room?
Where are the restrooms located?
What are the smoking rules?
Other company rules or policies.
Learn the ground rules as quickly as possible and don't be afraid to ask your supervisor if you are unsure about something. Once you are established on the job, you will want to keep these pointers in mind to improve your chances of advancement:
Learn to do your job well and fast, then work toward doing it better than any one else. When a better job becomes available your employer will have more confidence in your ability and may consider you for a promotion.
Plan and organize your tasks. This will make you more efficient and less likely to make costly mistakes.
Do more than is expected. Your employer will notice and remember the extra effort you put in.
Don't neglect the unpleasant parts of the job. Everybody is eager to do the fun parts, but the employee who gets noticed is the one who completes every task, including those that are no fun.
Listen carefully when new or additional duties are explained and follow the instructions. Ask questions if you don't understand something.
Avoid making personal phone calls at work and don't distract others with needless conversation. Business suffers when you neglect your job.
Don't abuse company equipment. If you boss has to replace expensive equipment because of carelessness, you may find yourself looking for another job. The same may be true if you are careless with material and time.