Today is my first day of work in a new job that I was rushed to find because my boyfriend just graduated and got a job in a city about 1hour and 1/2 from where we lived. The job I accepted is in a neighborhood I am a little sceptical about, especialy because I was told not to park behind it. I don't know what to look for or how to tell if I should be worried or not.
2006-07-18 01:41:24 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Starting a new job is always scary. So is moving to a new town. Put the 2 together, and you have double-scary. Make sure you lock your doors when you park. Don't keep valuables in your car. Park where you will be highly visible. If you are uncomfortable, continue to look for another job.
2006-07-18 01:48:31 · answer #1 · answered by SASLR 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Everyone is scared/nervous before going into thei new place of work for the first time.
If it's the area that you heard bad things about, park a distance away/get the bus and walk the last part, so you can see and get the feel of the area first. Your new colleagues will be able to tell you what parking close by/at the back of the building is really like.
2006-07-19 04:07:26 · answer #2 · answered by k 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, few people really love to go to work, and that's why it's called "work." (If they do, they're lucky!)
Also, it's natural to be nervous about starting a new job. The unfamiliar can be frightening.
However, I'm sure it will all be fine. Think positive. One thing that helps is if you ask God (whatever your religion) to "go with you and before you" as you go to work each day. You can silently ask this while you're at work, and when you travel to and from work.
Talk to yourself on your way with positive thoughts and affirmations, like, "I am strong and secure. I am going to have a good day. I am protected."
If it's the people in the area that you're apprehnsive about, I believe that most people out there are basically good at heart and are nothing to be afraid of.
I worked for awhile in a big city downtown area near a homeless shelter. People were on the street all around where I parked and walked, etc. Some were kind of scary, like drunk or on drugs, etc. They'd often come up and ask for money or cigs. I just got to where I'd joke with them and say if they were looking for money they were barking up the wrong tree. I'd say, "You give ME some money. I'm working here for minimum wage and am overdrawn in my checkbook with two months of bills to pay," or something along those lines, ,joking. They'd usually just laugh and go on their way.
Best of luck with your new job!
2006-07-18 08:56:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pack a can of pepperspray and perhaps a taser.
With these two items you'll might feel more secure, and you'll 'look' more secure.
If there are criminal elements in that neighbourhood, they usually try to spot potential victims.
They recognize scared and fragile people.
Also, if you intend to stay with that job, you might want to follow a self-defence class.
In the meantime, you could continue looking for another job.
2006-07-18 08:48:03 · answer #4 · answered by vernes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, I can understand you being nervous. But give it a chance. After all this is your first day. Give yourself a chance and see how it goes. Also, there is nothing that says you can't keep looking for a better job. Leaving so soon isn't the nicest thing to do, but it happens.
2006-07-18 08:45:06 · answer #5 · answered by danl747 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just first day jitters, you'll soon get to know all the new faces, you'll be able to make meaningful friendships, & enjoy your self, better than not working, a lot of people would love to have the chance to work in the city near to where they live, have conifence and be positive
2006-07-18 08:52:21 · answer #6 · answered by angie n 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you make less than 30K per year in this job, continue looking for another job in an area you find more palettable.
If you make more than 30K per year in this job, tough it out for 1 year and re-evaluate at that time.
2006-07-18 08:46:56 · answer #7 · answered by sideshot72 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its natural to be scared on first day. Give it a chance and if it seems dangerous start looking for something else.
2006-07-18 10:31:09 · answer #8 · answered by mssteph800 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trust your instincts, stay alert, have your keys ready at all times, walk tall and aggressive and find a new job!
2006-07-18 08:49:38 · answer #9 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's okay to be nervous on your first day at work it's perfectly normal, don't know about the people you will be working with though.
2006-07-18 08:46:08 · answer #10 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋