What Employers Expect From You

Keeping a job is harder than it used to be. Lay offs are common and there are a lot of people competing for the jobs that remain. To keep your job, you will need to give 100% to everything you do at work. This includes keeping a positive attitude, working well with others and continuing to learn.

Be There At The Right Time

  • Be at work when expected. Do not miss a day unless it is an emergency. Let your employer know if you cannot make it.

  • Be on time. Better yet, arrive a little early. Call if you are going to be late. Even being a couple of minutes late can harm your image.

  • Do not take long breaks, even if others are doing it.

Get The Job Done

  • Stick with the task until the job is done.

  • Keep yourself busy at all times. If you run out of work, ask for more.

  • Follow instructions. Ask questions if you do not understand what you are supposed to do.

  • Pay attention to quality. Do things the way they are expected to be done.

  • Keep thinking of ways to improve the quality and speed of your work.

  • Pitch in during the extra busy times. You may need to do something extra or even work late. Your commitment will be noticed.


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