8 Real-life Tips to Survive Your First Job (Infographic)
Ask anyone and they will tell you – getting your first job is truly an exhilarating experience!
The countless hours you spent writing and editing your resume, applying for jobs that matched your skills, and practicing for the interviews you secured have finally paid off. You’re part of an organisation! One of the team! On the payroll! Bravo!
As you step into this exciting new phase of your life, you must be bursting with countless questions. “How do I dress up?” “Will I have anyone to guide me?” “Should I have lunch alone?” These are all good and valid questions – after all, the working world is a brand new territory for you!
To help you sail through with flying colours, we’ve spoken to a group of seasoned employees who were more than willing to share their wisdom. Here are 8 must-know tips for anyone starting their first job:
- Buddy up – to quickly break into social circles at work
- Talk ‘the talk’ – and level up how you communicate at work
- Sharpen your OOTD – and make sure you dress according to the office dress code
- Who you gonna call when you need help? A mentor!
- Stay hungry and curious
- Grow & go further with feedback
- Save up for rainy days – by maintaining a healthy bank balance
- Decompress (safely!) – so that you’re in peak mental health and can thrive in your new environment
As you prepare to start your first job, remember that all the effort you put in to make a great impression will pay off. You might need to push yourself outside of your comfort zone, and you will likely face some challenges – but the results will be worth it! Good luck, and may the odds be ever in your favour!
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