1. Chapter 10 Relocation Tips for the First 30 Days on the Job Goal Setting

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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”

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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?

9. Review Goals

10. 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

11. 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?

12. Handle a Job Loss

13. 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!

14. 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

15. 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

16. Leaving a Job…Gracefully Getting a job is important, but so is leaving one!

17. 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

18. 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

19. 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

20. 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

21. Plan your leaving Conversation with your employer  List some positive things that you have learned from the job  Be sensitive!

22. Review for Final  multiple choice, true/false, and fill in the blank  Worth 150 points  Open Notes/Open Book

23. Video on Goals