7. Adapting to Your New Environment
When you first start working at a new
, you will meet people who may be very
from yourself. Not everyone comes from the same
, or have the same background that you do.
is important to know that different people may
differently about the same set of circumstances. This
not only true about your co-workers, but maybe
the management of the company you work for.
styles vary from person to person. Some managers
want to micro-manage everything you do, while others
take a more casual stance on supervision.
An
of this could be the way managers react
tardiness. Some managers may not be bothered if
are a few minutes late to work, while
may become very angry if you are even
minute late to work. You must know what
manager is looking for from you. If you
your manager does not tolerate tardiness, come into
a little early to avoid angering him or
. Leaving your home a few minutes early can
helpful in case there is a situation that
make you late.
Getting along with your co-workers
also very important. Try to find common ground
you and a co-worker. You may even be
that some of your co-workers have the same
that you enjoy. It is always easier to
with someone that you have some connection with.
course, you may find yourself working with someone
is difficult to get along with, but that
not mean you cannot work well together. It
may take both of you a little bit
effort. Communication is key in these types of
. If your co-worker understands you, then working together
be easier.
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