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The Dos and Don'ts of Starting Your New Job

Updated 6/19/2020
The Dos and Don'ts of Starting Your New Job
You’ve worked hard to earn it—now make sure you start off on the right foot.

Getting a job is hard work, especially for new college grads or anyone who’s been out of the workforce for a while. You spend weeks on end applying, preparing, and interviewing—so when you finally do land that gig, you’re ready to breathe a sigh of relief.

But, not so fast! In fact, it’s just as important to impress during those early days on the job as it was during the interview process.

From making connections to following up with your managers the right way, there’s some critical new job etiquette to keep in mind. Click on the infographic below to get some pointers for everything you should (and shouldn’t) do.


Infographic courtesy of Socialcast. Photo of man walking courtesy of Shutterstock.

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Before joining The Muse, Sarah worked in social business innovation for Virgin Unite in London, strategy and innovation at Market Gravity, sustainability research in the Dominican Republic, and business development for a NYC startup. Wrapping up her time at Columbia University, she’s headed to McKinsey & Company after graduation. Say hi on Twitter @sarahlichang.
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