Congratulations you have made it through the interview process, been offered a career advancing position, and now it's time to begin working. How you handle yourself the first few days will determine how you are viewed the rest of your time at the company. Follow these guidelines to make a successful first impression.

Be Positive. Show a positive attitude for your new position and company. Be enthusiastic and avoid continual referral to how you used to do things at your old job.

Work full days, establish a good attendance record, and keep personal calls to a minimum. Until you get an idea of what the work environment is in your new office, arrive early and stay until a majority of your co-workers are leaving. Create a good attendance record by scheduling all personal appointments before and after work and keep personal calls and emails to a minimum.

Establish Trust. Listen to everything that is presented to you and only make comments when you have a full understanding of the situation. Never discuss confidential matters with anyone but intended parties, you don't want to be the cause of misinformation or gossip. Work closely with your co-workers to learn their roles and goals and show your appreciation to anyone that offers you assistance in your transition.

Be Proactive. Take the initiative in your first few days to introduce yourself to everyone, explain what your goals are with your new position, and offer your help to on going projects. It's also a good idea to join company sponsored events to network with other members within the organization.

Get organized. Right from the start you need to develop a system to keep track of meetings, appointments, assignments and projects. With everything being new and overwhelming, taking and keeping a good set of notes will help you stay on track.

In conclusion, keep in mind you were hired because you have the skills and knowledge to help the organization achieve it's goals. By making a good first impression you will be able to demonstrate your talents, establish a respected reputation and be a productive member of the team.

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