Chapter 10

Relocation

Tips for the First 30 Days on the Job

Goal Setting

Relocation

Consider the possibilities of location It may be a great opportunity financially or

personally Do NOT out rule the possibilities before all

the facts are given

The First Day

Dress appropriately Arrive ten to fifteen minutes early Ask about addressing superiors and co-workers Keep confidential information confidential! Do not drink or use drugs Check the company policy about smoking Look for positive role models Smile often and stand tall Always do your best Show appreciation

Male and Female Protocol

Shaking hands is an acceptable manner of greeting for both men and women

Put a smile on your face and your eyes Using the person’s title (Dr., Judge) when

introducing or addressing a person, until they say it is ok to call them by their first name

Kissing and hugging may be acceptable at business social gatherings, but not in the business setting

Social Courtesies/Office Protocol

Offer and Refusal Technique Should a man open a door for a women or rise

when they enter the room

The women can accept with a smile and say thank your OR refuse by saying “Thanks, I have it or please keep your seat”

Socializing After Hours

Best way to build your network is to socialize after hours in a social setting

Take advantage of these settings as many business contacts and deals are made in this type setting

Sexual Attraction

It is difficult to keep romance out of the workplace because: More men and women work and travel together It’s natural and common occurrence However, a huge concern with the company

Things to keep in mind, if considering getting involved

It is impossible to keep romantic involvements secret

Attraction may be interpreted as favoritism or harassment

Assess the risks to your career What is the company’s attitude towards

employee romances?

Review Goals

Annually, Review your professional long-term goals

Are my goals the same this year as last year? Do I need to make changes? Are the time frames reasonable? Achievable? Do these goals blend with my total life goal?

If not, why? Rewrite your long-term goals if they need to

be changed

Write short-term goals

Do these goals blend with my long-term goals? Do these goals challenge me to reach a higher

level? Can I emotionally commit to achieving these goals

in a timely manner? Are these goals fair and equitable to all concerned? Have I set reasonable time frames?

Handle a Job Loss

Act Before you Hatchet

Poor Performance Few terminations happen unexpectedly; generally, your

supervisor has spoken to you After given warning, ask what is expected of you and

how you need to make improvements Ask for a transfer to another department if you are not up

for the task in the current department If there is no other place for you to go, start researching

other companies before you are terminated!

Act Immediately after the Hatchet

Personality Conflict If your termination is a surprise, then perhaps it

could have been a personality conflict that couldn’t be resolved.

It is easier to blame performance because it is easier to deal with than personality conflicts

Take these steps

Accept Reality Accept Responsibility Tighten your financial belt Begin your job search as quickly as possible Be gentle with yourself Swing into action Speak kindly about your former employer and last job Look for the positives in the job loss Find lessons in the firing

Leaving a Job…Gracefully

Getting a job is important, but so is leaving one!

When should you leave a job?

Found another job that shows more promise No longer feel the work you are doing is

satisfying Wish to make a complete career change Laid off Fired

Action if you are Laid-off

“Laid-off” means to be out of work through no fault of your own

Usually temporary Two choices: wait for the job to open again

OR find another job

Follow Company Policy on Leaving

Usually two weeks notices is expected Offer to help train your replacement Write a well written resignation letter

The date you wish to leave Your reasons for leaving Thanks for the skills you learned Your appreciation of the people with whom you

have worked

Importance of Leaving a Job Properly

Always inform your employer before you tell your friends and be positive

Leaving in a positive manner will: Feel good about yourself Be well though of by your employers Get a personal reference Have a chance of returning in the future

Plan your leaving Conversation with your employer

List some positive things that you have learned from the job

Be sensitive!

Review for Final

multiple choice, true/false, and fill in the blank

Worth 150 points

Open Notes/Open Book

Video on Goals