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“Tips for College Grads at First Jobs”

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Posted by Libraries, July 19, 2007
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Erin White, Wall Street Journal (Eastern edition), June 26, 2007, p. B6.

It is difficult to land that first job after college. But your work is not over yet, just because you’ve found a job. Your first few weeks at your new job are crucial, and you must do everything you can to correct your missteps and create a positive beginning for yourself.

Take your cues from other coworkers, this article suggests. The first example they use is of a new worker who found that he was the only one wearing a jacket and tie to work, so he adjusted his wardrobe to blend in more with his colleagues. Another valuable piece of advice – don’t be afraid to ask questions, especially of the more senior staff members. It is better to ask questions once and know the true way that business is conducted in your workplace rather than to make incorrect assumptions and create negative impressions. Another excellent tip – notice how the seemingly small things, like lunch hours, work in your office, and be prepared to conform at least a little – especially when you’re still a rookie member of your organization.

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