Tips to succeed in Work

Understanding your employers expectations

1. Make sure you understand your companys culture. Your cultural fit with the organisation and your working relationship with your supervisor/manager are very important. Make sure you are familiar with the values of the company so that you can demonstrate them effectively. .....

Staying positive

2. Whether things are going well or badly, always maintain a balanced viewpoint and resist the urge to complain to co workers about your boss or your job. Your complaints could work their way up to those higher in the organisation. Instead, find the right channels to suggest improvements. .....

Being a team player

3. Those willing to set aside their personal goals for the overall goals of the department or company are valued by organisations. Team players get noticed and often advance faster than those with a more self centered approach. .....

Willingness to take on extra duties

4. Whether its overseeing a major new project or filing folders, always volunteer for extra responsibilities. This may be a given, but people who excel in their workplace often go above and beyond of what theyre asked to do. .....

Not gossiping

5. Stay focused on the positive and refrain from sharing personal or company information with your co workers. Be especially conscious of this when attending company parties or outings where alcohol is served. .....

Good manners in the office

6. Whether or not youre actually in a cubicle, respect shared office space by keeping voice volume low on the phone and in person. Whenever you can, go to co workers to speak to them. Use this as an opportunity to develop closer working relationships. .....

Not discussing your personal life

7. Keep personal calls and emails to a minimum. Leave errands for lunchtime or when youre away from work. Dont share intimate details of your social life over the water cooler or in the office kitchen! .....

Personal business on work technology

8. Most companies monitor employee usage of technology, so you should skip the personal emails and text messages. Also, bear in mind that venting feelings about your workplace or boss on social media could be read by anyone. .....

Arriving on time

9. Most employers are prepared to be flexible and each environment has its own rules on timekeeping. Find out what they are and stick to them! You want to send the message that youre dependable and willing to go the extra mile to meet company goals. .....

Meeting deadlines

10. Keep your word. Always meet deadlines; if you miss a deadline, it may have a knock on effect throughout your company. Talk to your boss far ahead of a deadline if you believe that you wont be able to complete an assigned task on time.Finally, when you go to your boss with a problem, go with at least one suggestion in mind for a solution. Even if your boss doesnt take your suggestion, you will look like a problem solver, not a complainer. .....

Priorities and goals

11. What are your priorities of the day? Make a list and of your priorities and plan your day. The tasks of the day must be outlined with the most important and urgent ones on top.Likewise determine your short term and long term goals and evaluate your progress frequently. .....

Be focused

12. Are you really present physically and mentally. Try to block out all distractions so that you have the time to truly focus on your tasks and career. .....

Broaden your skills

13. Nothing remains the same and so do job requirements. Update your knowledge and skills. Seek improvement of your know hows. Attend seminars, conferences, read books, be an eternal learner. .....

Socialize

14. Be ready to participate in social functions. Be open to new acquaintances. Meet new people and deal with them respectfully and enthusiastically. Be an active listener; you will surely learn something new. .....

Know your merits

15. Know your strengths and weaknesses. If you think you deserve a position or promotion, claim it. .....

Accept challenge

16. Through challenge you will reach areas of your personality you have never discovered before. It is a good idea to step away from your comfort zone to explore new horizons. If you settle into a routine and play it safe all the time, you will never get ahead in your career. If you always do what youve always done, youll only get what youve already got. .....

Communication

17. Learn to communicate effectively. Listen to what others are saying and focus on how to give and receive constructive feedback, to persuade effectively and to ask for help and collect information. .....

Avoid gossip

18. Avoid office gossip about colleagues and the boss. Be respectful and work for the good of the company. .....

Relax

19. Relax and do something different, a hobby that you love doing. Take time off for yourself. This will help boost your productivity during week days. .....

Seek satisfaction

20. If you are disappointed with what you are doing, try to transform it into something you love. If you fail, it might be a good idea to do something different. As Confucius said: Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. .....

Achieve Job Success

21. Gone are the days of simply climbing the ladder: In this economy, its hard to even know which way is up. But if youre on the hunt for a new job, these 15 tips will be even more essential. .....

Online Networking

22. Use resources like Facebook and LinkedIn to connect with people in your field. Just be sure to keep the unprofessional aspects of your personal life out of your profile. And remember that social networking is like a cocktail party: If you talk only about yourself and your accomplishments, youll bore people. Start a dialogue. .....

Networking in Person

23. Shy? Dont be defeated by networking. Set goals for yourself at networking events, and your skills will improve with time. Fortunately for you, being a good listener is an asset in networking, so make your introverted personality your advantage. .....

Stand out

24. An important question to keep in mind as you write your resume is What did I accomplish in this job that someone else wouldnt have? Thinking about the answer to that will give you some great talking points for your interview, as well. .....

Be Discreet

25. If youre looking for a job while youre already working, let recruiters know that discretion is key. You can use an offer to negotiate within your own company, but be prepared: Some employers do not take kindly to your interviewing with another company, and you could lose your current job. .....

Beware of Blunders

26. The most common pitfalls in resume writing: not being specific about accomplishments, being too wordy, including a generic objective statement, and keeping college accomplishments on your resume for too long. And watch the small stuff, like typos in your correspondence with the hiring manager. Tiny mistakes can mean the difference between an interview and a rejection. .....

Phone Prep

27. If your interview will be conducted over the phone, keep your resume and a list of talking points in front of you and a pen and paper handy to take notes. To make your voice clear and strong, stand up and smile while you speak. Some people find it helps to look at themselves in the mirror while they speak, but practice with a friend first to see what is best for you. .....

Interview Info

28. Do your research on the company beforehand, and come prepped with a few questions. Ask for the name of your interviewer, and research his or her background online. Then, when the interview is over, send a thank you note immediately. .....

Straight Talk

29. When asked about your weaknesses, dont pretend you have none or that your biggest weakness is perfectionism. Its a good way to get an eye roll from your interviewer. Think about your weaknesses before the interview, and how you are able to overcome them, so youre prepared for this common interview question. .....

Keep Anxiety at Bay

30. The wait to find out if you got the job can be interminable, and its tempting to call and E mail the hiring manager to check in. But a single thank you note, and patience, are recommended instead. .....

Accept the Job with Class

31. If you get the job, its tempting to celebrate your new move, but now is not the time to burn your bridges. Leave your current job with grace, and youll be able to keep your old coworkers in your network. Give notice according to your company policy, and volunteer to help find and train your replacement. Finish your projects, and organize all of your loose ends so your coworkers can take over with ease. Work up until your last day. .....

Negotiate Your Benefits and Pay

32. Not sure what youre worth? Check websites like Glassdoor, PayScale, and Salary Scout to find out the salaries of comparable jobs, and use that information to negotiate your starting salary. .....

Get Off To a Good Start

33. For your first week of work, be sure to ask questions and pay careful attention to the company culture. Get an outline of your bosss expectations for your first month in the job. And remember these four tips to make you an invaluable asset to your company: Be .....

Post Prudently

34. If you have a personal blog, tread carefully. First rule: Never write about work. You also shouldnt use work time to blog. Consider password protecting your blog so that only your selected audience can see it. .....

Be reliable

35. Notify your supervisor anytime you will be late for or absent from work. Follow through on your assignments and any commitments you have made at work. .....