Any tips for my first day at work?

Question

I start work in an office on Monday and I'm dying with nerves! It's for a large company and I will not the be the only one starting! There's a group of new people and we're all being trained in a class room enviroment for a week.

Any tips for those who've been there and done that?

Answer 1

First of don't be scared, they hired you for a reason. You have skills they want.
Dont be affraid to ask questions, they will be able to tell if your faking you way through someting.
Find or ask for a mentor. Someone you can go to for questions about company policy, how to do something etc..
Have fun, (people like people who can have fun) but also be professional.

Good luck, you'll be fine.

Answer 2

Be friendly and attentive.
Do not gossip with anyone or about anyone.
Be able to take criticism without feeling hurt.
Do not hide your mistakes. Be upfront and own them.
Learn from errors.
Dress appropriately (nothing low cut or too tight).
Don't discuss your personal life at work.
No whining, even if you hate a certain task.
Be eager to help out, even if it's "not your job."
Don't burn your bridges; the person you dislike today may be doing your performance review sometime.
Take advantage of any in-house classes they might offer.
Don't use slang terms when speaking. Try to sound professional at all times.
Be organized.
Ask questions.

Good luck to you! I'm sure you will do well!

Answer 3

First of all congrats on getting the job!
I was trained before hand with other new people which makes you feel less like the "new girl", having friendly faces around you makes your first day on the job less intimidating. Its natural that you are feeling nervous, but after your morning tea break on Monday you'll be fine. Don't be scared to ask questions, even if they sound daft to you, if you're not sure about anything ... ASK! Hope it all goes well. Good luck!

Answer 4

Have a relaxing Sunday!
Make sure you arrive on time!
First days are always nerve-racking, and remember you'll be one of many!
Good Luck and You WILL be confident by the end of the week.

Answer 5

Hear all see all and say little. Do not worry if you can not remember the names of people you are introduced to. The idea is that they should know who you are. The rest will come.
Dress smartly, if a woman don't go overboard and if a man clean your shoes tidy your hair and have a tidy neck. You won't go wrong with a jacket and trousers

Answer 6

Dont worry about it you will be put in a class room with all the other new starters that all have the same fears then you will make friends and ive no doubt the whole experience will become enjoyable! have fun and good luck

Answer 7

Not in an office I'm afraid, but I have started a new job quite recently. Just remember they chose YOU so you'll do fine! Breath deep, you'll do great. Good Luck! And have fun!

Answer 8

Yes, be nice to everyone. Smile, smile and smile again. you never know who you'll meet that will end up being someone who you'll meet again or work for or can help with your career...yada yada yada one more thing, if you know the answer speak up, if you have a question speak up, if you don't understand something speak up.. you don't want to end the training not being fully aware of what your job details are. Pay attention and don't get into the gossip.

Answer 9

Do more listening than talking
Bring a notebook so that you can take notes
Get enough sleep the night before
DO NOT badmouth anyone or anything about your previous job
Be eager to learn but don't be a kiss up

GOOD LUCK!!!!

Answer 10

Never worked in an office, but my tip is do your work and try to impress the boss.