Finally Hired! Now What?

Once you have the job, the best way to keep it is to remember your people skills. Be nice. Smile, greet others and become the go-to person, the one who gets things done. Make a good impression and express enthusiasm. Dress for success, communicate in a positive manner, and seek job skills that will wow the boss.

If your attire budget is limited, consider discount clothing stores and shopping out of season. Also, consider that your attire is an investment in your career because it is. Search for high-quality conservative pieces. Think suits, sports coats, jackets for ladies, wool slacks, and conservative shoes.

Keep your eye on what is happening with the company. Will your position become obsolete? Consider that it could be soon or in the next five years. Continue your education and training for the next position or career.

Your coworkers are also your customers; provide respectful service.
Listen attentively to customers and coworkers.
Communicate clearly without slang, euphemisms, or vulgarities.
Build trusted, helpful relationships with everyone.
Just say no to negative office politics: gossip, negative chatter, and harassment.
Assist others; they will usually reciprocate in kind.
Avoid negative chatter and criticizing others.

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When is it Appropriate to Give Gifts to Supervisors

Dear Rebecca, I've read your comments regarding office gift -giving online. What guidelines apply when gifts are to a departing supervisor? When the departure also causes the termination of others on the supervisor's team, should they also receive gifts? Thanks, Michael Dear Michael , Good question. It is always optional to give gifts , especially in the workplace. So, there is no firm 'guidelines' about giving to departing supervisors. However, if it’s customary to give gifts to those who depart in your workplace, then everyone who is leaving should receive one. It would be expected. The gifts shouldn't be expensive and could be a farewell lunch or office party with a cake and beverages. Sincerely, Rebecca More by Rebecca How Our Actions Can Affect Our Professional Image How to Eat Difficult Foods at a Business or Social Function Interview: business meals & ...

Office Etiquette 101: How to Deal with Frustrating Breakroom Behavior

Stealing Lunches, Burning Microwave Popcorn, Hogging the Fridge...Oh My! At work, the lunch or breakroom is often a place to mingle or hide out during breaks. Sometimes, though, it can be a place of crime. Crime in the workplace? Oh yes. As an etiquette consultant, one of the most common workplace complaints I hear concerns the lunch thief. Thievery isn't the only breakroom complaint, however. Therefore, I've developed a few tools to deal with this diverse group of breakroom irritants and offenders. What causes some employees to exhibit such poor behavior? When frustrated with coworkers, many will come to me with their workplace stories and questions. The first question is usually about why their coworkers would steal their lunch or warm smelly fish in the microwave. The answer is simple: Most forget that the workplace is a shared space, so they become too comfortable and forget to use their best manners. ...

Is a bottle of liquor a good holiday gift for a boss?

Dear Rebecca , Is a bottle of liquor a good holiday gift for a boss? Sincerely, Liquor in the workplace. Dear Liquor in the Workplace, Most places of business frown on alcohol. Your gift may be viewed in negatively. Plus, it could appear as apple polishing. If you are remarkably close to your boss, you could give him/her something a bit less questionable, like homemade cookies . Sincerely, Rebecca More by Rebecca How to Dress for Business Cruise? When is it Appropriate to Give Gifts to Supervisors Should I bring a hostess gift?

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