How to Introduce Yourself on the First Working Day

First impressions can be important for future working relationships.

Your first working day can be hectic and occasionally stressful, but it's always important to properly introduce yourself to your future colleagues and employers. By introducing yourself successfully, you will be able to establish useful business relationships which will assist you in completing future projects efficiently. A good introduction can also create friendships and allow you some additional social contact within your professional life.

Instructions

1. Approach the person you plan to introduce yourself to.

2. Make eye contact and give the other person your full attention, along with a smile.

3. Greet the other person and present your hand for a handshake. A simple "Hello, I'm [Your Name]" will suffice.

4. Remember the other person's name when he says it. This will assist future communications, and enable you to accurately understand which individuals other people are referring to within general conversation.

5. Explain a little about your new position within the company, initiating light conversation. This can include what responsibilities you both have within the office, and which departments you both belong to.

6. Ask some questions about the other person's role within the company. This shows interest and enthusiasm towards working alongside your colleague, and may be a useful way for learning the ways different individuals can support you in future tasks.

7. Write down your company email address if it's likely that the other person may want to contact you. This shows professional interest, and can be an efficient way to network within your organization.

References

• Introducing Yourself: How to Introduce Yourself