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Chapter 10
Relocation
Tips for the First 30 Days on the Job
Goal Setting
Relocation
Consider the possibilities of location It may be a great opportunity financially or
personally Do NOT out rule the possibilities before all
the facts are given
The First Day
Dress appropriately Arrive ten to fifteen minutes early Ask about addressing superiors and co-workers Keep confidential information confidential! Do not drink or use drugs Check the company policy about smoking Look for positive role models Smile often and stand tall Always do your best Show appreciation
Male and Female Protocol
Shaking hands is an acceptable manner of greeting for both men and women
Put a smile on your face and your eyes Using the person’s title (Dr., Judge) when
introducing or addressing a person, until they say it is ok to call them by their first name
Kissing and hugging may be acceptable at business social gatherings, but not in the business setting
Social Courtesies/Office Protocol
Offer and Refusal Technique Should a man open a door for a women or rise
when they enter the room
The women can accept with a smile and say thank your OR refuse by saying “Thanks, I have it or please keep your seat”
Socializing After Hours
Best way to build your network is to socialize after hours in a social setting
Take advantage of these settings as many business contacts and deals are made in this type setting
Sexual Attraction
It is difficult to keep romance out of the workplace because: More men and women work and travel together It’s natural and common occurrence However, a huge concern with the company
Things to keep in mind, if considering getting involved
It is impossible to keep romantic involvements secret
Attraction may be interpreted as favoritism or harassment
Assess the risks to your career What is the company’s attitude towards
employee romances?
Review Goals
Annually, Review your professional long-term goals
Are my goals the same this year as last year? Do I need to make changes? Are the time frames reasonable? Achievable? Do these goals blend with my total life goal?
If not, why? Rewrite your long-term goals if they need to
be changed
Write short-term goals
Do these goals blend with my long-term goals? Do these goals challenge me to reach a higher
level? Can I emotionally commit to achieving these goals
in a timely manner? Are these goals fair and equitable to all concerned? Have I set reasonable time frames?
Handle a Job Loss
Act Before you Hatchet
Poor Performance Few terminations happen unexpectedly; generally, your
supervisor has spoken to you After given warning, ask what is expected of you and
how you need to make improvements Ask for a transfer to another department if you are not up
for the task in the current department If there is no other place for you to go, start researching
other companies before you are terminated!
Act Immediately after the Hatchet
Personality Conflict If your termination is a surprise, then perhaps it
could have been a personality conflict that couldn’t be resolved.
It is easier to blame performance because it is easier to deal with than personality conflicts
Take these steps
Accept Reality Accept Responsibility Tighten your financial belt Begin your job search as quickly as possible Be gentle with yourself Swing into action Speak kindly about your former employer and last job Look for the positives in the job loss Find lessons in the firing
Leaving a Job…Gracefully
Getting a job is important, but so is leaving one!
When should you leave a job?
Found another job that shows more promise No longer feel the work you are doing is
satisfying Wish to make a complete career change Laid off Fired
Action if you are Laid-off
“Laid-off” means to be out of work through no fault of your own
Usually temporary Two choices: wait for the job to open again
OR find another job
Follow Company Policy on Leaving
Usually two weeks notices is expected Offer to help train your replacement Write a well written resignation letter
The date you wish to leave Your reasons for leaving Thanks for the skills you learned Your appreciation of the people with whom you
have worked
Importance of Leaving a Job Properly
Always inform your employer before you tell your friends and be positive
Leaving in a positive manner will: Feel good about yourself Be well though of by your employers Get a personal reference Have a chance of returning in the future
Plan your leaving Conversation with your employer
List some positive things that you have learned from the job
Be sensitive!
Review for Final
multiple choice, true/false, and fill in the blank
Worth 150 points
Open Notes/Open Book
Video on Goals