Aced the interview, and got the job. What now?

A new job is exciting but stressful. It's a privilege to have a job, especially one that you love- not a lot of people do, and many chop and change hoping to find that dream job. To avoid ending up as part of the staff turnover statistics- and to get a predictable schedule going in your life, it’s a good idea to start out well.

The first three months are often the most difficult. Three things you should be doing in your new job are building a good reputation, looking out to see if there are possibilities of promotion, and finding a work-life balance. To do this- and make the adjustment to a new job a whole lot easier:

• Attitude is everything. Being positive and focusing on the good things rather than the problems makes the day easier, and people like you more for it.
• Arrive early on the first day, and then every day after that. Punctuality is recognised as a good quality by the bosses.
  
• Keep a clear mind and be open to new ideas, people, work processes, and suggestions. The Employer has developed work plans for a reason, so fit in with them. Even if you disagree with them, give the new things a chance.
  
• Introduce yourself by name to your new colleagues, and try to remember their names.
  
• Find out what is expected of you. Cleaning services companies will have a schedule worked out. Examine it, and follow it through.
  
• Ask questions. If in doubt, ask for direction from your supervisor or manager, but colleagues can often help with general information- like where to get something to snack on during meal breaks. Just remember that supervisors expect you to take instructions from them, not your colleagues.
  
• Don't argue with the client, ever. If they want something to be done that's not on the schedule- do it if it won't interfere with your other scheduled work. But check in with your supervisor as soon as possible to get some guidance.
  
• Have a clear understanding of your job description and see to it that you are fulfilling them. It's your contractual duty to do so but also alleviates potential problems.
  

Remember that the bosses and the clients will be watching you closely. In your contract, this is a probation period so an employer can let you go without any reason. Even the laws or unions are powerless to help you in this period, so show them how fabulous you are. And make them want to keep you forever.

By keeping up the fabulousness daily, it soon becomes a habit, and you will also find yourself feeling a sense of satisfaction at the end of every day, by having done your best. And you won't have to go through the wringer again to look for a new job.