Tips for Success on a New Job!
By Terry Lane, Staff Writer
PHG
- Don't mention where you come from!
- Don't try to change anything until you've been there for a while.
- Don't say: "we always used to do it this way."
- Only talk 25% of the time and listen 75% of the time.
- Listen intently.
- Keep eye contact while listening.
- Never display anger.
- Never discuss politics, religion, or sex!
- Show appreciation.
- Ask questions. Questions should make up most of your 25% talking time.
- Practice good eating and sleeping habits.
- Be helpful.
- Smile.
- Memorize everyone's names.
- Arrive at work 30 minutes early.
- Keep a sense of humor.
- Be trustworthy.
- Don't bring your ego to work with you.
- Be curious.
- Don't burn bridges.
- Neatness counts.
- Be friendly, upbeat, and eager to work.
From "More of Julie's Tips for Success on a New Job"
