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OPPORTUNITIES- JOBS

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Why get a job??? Earn money Develop skills and experience Meet new people Have fun

ABSOLUTELY!

Job history shows future employers your value and commitment

Job history shows you have had real-world adult experience and that you can handle yourself outside the classroom

Working and keeping the job will give you an edge over other applicants in the future

Ways to be successful in your job

Attendance Good attitude Team player Follow policies and listen carefully Dependability Show initiative Demonstrate commitment

Attendance

Be on time, every day Return from lunch and break promptly Call off only when necessary and give 2 or more

hours notice to manager Requesting too much time off is a no-no Tell supervisor in advance about a planned absence

or late arrival. (medical appt.)

Maintain a Good Attitude

Always smile Stay positive Leave personal issues at the front door Say hello to your fellow employees and treat

them the same way you like to be treated Treat customers courteously even when they are

rude

Be a Team Player

Do not complain about the tasks given to you Do not bring negativity into the job Be responsible Be supportive Be flexible Contribute

Follow Policy and Procedures

Read and understand the employee handbook Listen carefully to instructions Wear appropriate clothing, jewelry and shoes Work by the rules Follow safety regulations

Dependability

Take responsibility Be reliable Be on-time Be the one willing to come into work when

others are saying no Dependable employees are admirable and trusted

Show Initiative

Find jobs that need done Be proactive Don’t stand around bored Call a supervisor if you do not have any work to

do Seek out opportunities to learn

Demonstrate commitment

Give good effort Complete your existing projects successfully Show interest and motivation Do what you say Be loyal to your employer Do not complain on social networking sites

Lets ReviewKeeping a job is important to your future success

How do you keep the job? Attendance Good attitude Team player Follow policies and listen carefully Dependability Show initiative Demonstrate commitment

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