| Entering the workplace can be a difficult time. Be | | | | Don't pick your teeth. Be aware of your |
| prepared for what to expect and the change of | | | | surroundings. You will be working with people form |
| environment. Here are a few tips on entering the | | | | different age groups so act appropriately. |
| workplace after graduating. | | | | Be patient. The people in your work environment |
| Dress the part. An office environment is a world | | | | will come from many different backgrounds and |
| away from student life. Bury your usual jeans and | | | | have different personalities. Learn how to |
| college logo sweatshirts. This is weekend wear. If | | | | communicate effectively with everyone you |
| you're going to work in an office, build your | | | | meet. If you can get along with everybody and |
| wardrobe. You want to be perceived as | | | | be able to diffuse situations then you will be an |
| professional because you are. | | | | asset to the company. |
| Be sure to have at least one suit that to wear to | | | | Learn from your failures. You can't do everything |
| interviews. Black is a good choice. Once you get | | | | right. Do the best you can and ask for help when |
| the job you can use your black skirt or slacks | | | | you don't have the answer. Being a good |
| with different tops to vary your wardrobe. Finding | | | | employee means being flexible. Bounce back and |
| the cash to build a professional wardrobe can be | | | | learn from your mistakes. |
| difficult. You can't buy everything you need in one | | | | Remember to network. Networking is a habit. |
| day. Invest a few hundred dollars at first. As you | | | | Talk to people around you. Keep in touch with old |
| gain income you can acquire more clothing to suit | | | | bosses or past coworkers. Write emails to keep |
| your needs. Buy separates. Mixing and matching | | | | in contact and have lunch with a friend once in a |
| tops and bottoms will refresh your look and | | | | while. Networking not only helps you cultivate your |
| stretch out a thin wardrobe. | | | | social skills but you never know what |
| Don't be late to work. In college, your teacher | | | | opportunities can arise in the future. |
| didn't care whether you showed up to class or | | | | The workplace can be a fun and exciting |
| not. In the workplace, employers notice when you | | | | atmosphere. Even if your job duties are tedious, |
| arrive late or regularly miss work. Be aware that | | | | make the most of the relationships around you. |
| you're part of a company and that you're being | | | | Have a good attitude and make yourself fun to |
| paid to show up every day and do your job. | | | | be around. It will not only make you happy but |
| Polish your manners. No crazy burping allowed. | | | | the people around you will enjoy their day too. |