Keep That Job

Continuing in last week’s vein, here are some more tips for keeping that job:

• Give a good day’s work every day
• Anticipate your supervisor’s needs and pitch in to help
• Follow the company policies and procedures
• Don’t waste company time on the phone and Internet
• Keep personal business out of the office
• Produce error-free work
• Manage your stress
• Learn something new each week that will help you grow professionally
• Keep up on the latest industry information
• Develop a sense of humor
• Be kind

Job Value

As February moves in and the job market is eroding, here are some ways to make yourself more valuable in your current job.

• Do more than is required; volunteer to take on extra responsibilities.
• Be flexible.
• Update your skills and/or certifications.
• Offer to assist your supervisor and/or coworkers.
• Show up for work every day and be punctual.
• Avoid gossip and the rumor mill.
• Get along with everyone
• Be quality conscious.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Look for ways to cut costs and balance budgets.
• Contribute in meetings.
• Take personal responsibility for your behavior and decisions.