Whew! After all those sweat-breaking interviews, you’re finally in! But this is just the start of your hopefully a long stay in your career. If you want to make a good first impression on your first day at work, here are some stuff you might want to think about doing:

Be on time and dress smartly. If you’re supposed to be at work by 8 am, then be at the office by 7:50. Be sure to dress smartly and neatly. Nothing gets negative attention than coming in late on  your first day of work, dressed in ripped jeans and a sweaty t-shirt. Yikes! Oh, and being on time isn’t just arriving at the office. This includes being punctual in meetings, training sessions, etc.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. People will not put it against you if you do not know the office dynamics. You can also observe first and see how people do things. But if you really need to ask, then better ask. However, there is a difference between wanting to learn and being too pushy.

Don’t be shy and talk with people. Make new friends. Just remember to be polite and try not to talk about controversial topics. Avoid gossiping about other people as well. If somebody starts talking about somebody else. Smile politely and refrain from making any comment.

If your boss calls on you to talk, don’t hesitate to ask questions. You can also set up an appointment with him or her so you can talk to him or her about your own expectations.  This will let him or her get to know you better, and he or she will also be able to help you achieve your own career goals.