How to Enter a New Workplace Successfully
Entering a new workplace can be a stressful and exciting experience at the same time. Meeting new colleagues, adapting to a new office atmosphere, and beginning a new position can bring positive and negative emotions into light. There are ways, however, to bypass those jitters and survive being the new person. Learn how to enter a new workplace successfully.
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Introduce yourself. One of the best ways to attach a name to a face is by introducing yourself. Make your rounds around the office, extend your hand and tell your colleagues your name.
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Pay attention to the office atmosphere. Some offices are very strict and others are laidback. By keeping your eyes peeled, you'll be able to decipher which category yours falls into.
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Get to know where the major departments are located. Find out where the fax machine and copier are, as well as the water cooler and mailboxes. Not only will you be more comfortable, you'll be able to perform your job more efficiently.
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Ask questions. If you don't know something, it's always best to ask your supervisor or boss. They expect you to voice any concerns you may be having, especially if you're new.
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Be sociable, but do your work. It's always a good thing to converse with your new colleagues, but keep your socializing to a minimum until you've been around the office awhile.
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Learn how to use the telephone and email system. These are basic procedures that are vital to your workplace performance.
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Be open to new ideas and ways of doing things. New offices bring new office politics and procedures. Be versatile and ready to adapt.
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Tips & Warnings
Invite a co-worker to lunch or chat with a colleague over coffee. You need allies in the workplace and these are great ways to snag yourself one or two.
Never get frustrated and give up your first few days at a new office. Everyone has been "new" and you won't be the last.
