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Here's Everything You Shouldn't Do if You Want to Make a Good Impression at Your New Job

Updated 6/19/2020
Here's Everything You Shouldn't Do if You Want to Make a Good Impression at Your New Job
This video will show you what to do—and what not to do—to make a good impression at your new job and impress your boss and co-workers. .

The first few days of a new job are always a bit stressful. You want to make a good impression, bond with your co-workers (the right ones, at least), and try not to get a label that’ll stick with you for the rest of your time there.

So how do you do that? By exuding confidence, being respectful, and most importantly, not being afraid to ask questions. You don’t have to try too hard—if the job is a good fit, you’ll naturally blend into the culture in no time.

And best of all, if you make a mistake, no one will remember it three months from now.

Watch this video on what to do—and especially what not to do—to “win” your first few weeks at work.


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Previously an editor for The Muse, Alyse is proud to prove that yes, English majors can change the world. She’s written almost 500 articles for The Muse on anything from productivity tips to cover letters to bad bosses to cool career changers, many of which have been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, Inc., CNBC's Make It, USA Today College, Lifehacker, Mashable, and more. In addition to being an avid writer and reader, Alyse loves to dance, both professionally and while waiting for the subway. You can follow her work on her website, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

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