Big a1

Right this is going to make me sound like a bit of a pansy, but on Tues I start a new job and i'm absolutely bricking it.

Its my first 'proper' job since finishing uni in the summer and I really don't know what to expect.

I've done the same p/t job for nearly six years now and I suppose have just ended up in a comfort zone and have never had to worry about starting a new job.

So has anybody got any tips for dealing with nerves and etiquette when starting work in a small/medium sized organisation.

BTW job is in purchasing/logistics.

Cheers

pslewis

Smile at everyone

Do NOT cr4p in the bosses desk drawer (not yet anyway!!)

Buy everyone a coffee/make everyone a coffee

Wash properly and smell nice - some mints help

The first day will last about 30minutes in your mind - enjoy it!

Pete

The Chief

Yeah common sense really
just go smart, be polite and all the usual stuff

any company worth their salt wont just chuck you in at the deep end
and should just ease you in gradually.

btw what sort of purchasing are you doing?

chris's scooby

As above. And make sure you have an early night the night before!

Big a1

Yeah, I know its pretty much common sense but you just get used to the same people and environment and everything else seems alien.

Its cosmetics...

pslewis

Do NOT wear cosmetics!!!

Unless, of course, you turn up in a car with GOLD wheels!!

Pete

The Chief

i know how you feel

i really feel i need a career change as i have been there 12 years
and i am scared to death of changing my job and meeting new people.
yeah i suppose you do get acustomed to it
good luck mate you'll be ok

Big a1

Thanks