I got the job!

I Got The Job!

Now How Do I Keep It?

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JOB RETENTION

•Attendance

•Attitude

•Appearance

What’s Your Focus?

ATTENDANCE

4 Attendance Rules:

1. Why?

2. When?

3. Who?

4. How?

ATTENDANCE

1. Why?

• You should always come to work unless you have a

good reason for being absent

• If you are going to be absent, you must notify your

supervisor

• If you don’t show up, your coworkers must work harder

to get the job done

ATTENDANCE

2. When?

• If you have a good reason for being absent, find

someone to take your place

• If you are unable to find a replacement, give your

employer time to find one or prepare for your absence

ATTENDANCE

3. Who?

• When you call in, make sure you talk to your supervisor

or the person in charge

• Some supervisors will accept an email or text message;

make sure to check with yours on what’s appropriate for

calling in

ATTENDANCE

4. How?

• Your reason for missing work should be explained clearly

and completely

• Be respectful; how you explain is important

• Some employers don’t require an explanation; check

with yours on what’s appropriate

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

• Get along with everyone—it’s a choice

• You don’t have to be friends with your coworkers, but you do

need to be respectful

• Be cooperative

• Be a team player—working together gets the job done faster

and more efficiently

• Get along with your supervisor

• Be respectful—they evaluate you

• Admit your mistakes

• It’s important to learn from your mistakes so they do not occur

often

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

• Accept constructive criticism

• This will help you improve

• Listen carefully

• Take notes if you need to

• Ask questions

• Be sure you understand what’s being explained to you

• Learn quickly

• Work should be done on time and correctly once you

learn your job duties

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

More people lose their

jobs because of bad

attitudes than because of

poor skills.

APPROPRIATE APPEARANCE

• Professional

• Dress appropriately for the job

• Always consult your company’s dress

code first

• Minimize makeup, jewelry, tattoos

• Practice good hygiene

JOB RETENTION TIPS

• Show up

• If you’re not at work, you can’t

contribute

• Work harder

• Try to exceed expectations

• Toot your own horn

• This should be done subtly

JOB RETENTION TIPS

• Be your highest self

• Work hard and be honest and polite

• Open communication

• Being able to have a direct and honest

conversation with your boss is crucial

• Take extra shifts

• This will show you’re always willing to help, but

you’ll also get the benefits in your paycheck!

JOB RETENTION TIPS

• Take extra responsibility

• Help your coworkers when you can

• Do work others avoid

• It will get you noticed as a team player

• Make sacrifices

• This will also show that you’re a team

player

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

•Listening

•Verbal

•Non-verbal

•Written

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

•Listening

• Make eye contact

• Ask questions

• Focus on what the speaker is

saying

• Don’t change the subject

• If you’re confused about the

message, repeat it back in your

own words

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

•Verbal

• Speak clearly and distinctly

• Use proper grammar

• Stay on subject

• Speak at an appropriate speed

and volume

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

•Non-verbal

• People can tell a lot from the way

you move, sit, stand

• Facial expressions, hand gestures,

and eye contact can sometimes be

stronger than your words

• Your body language should reflect

what you’re really trying to say

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

•Written

• Make sure your information is accurate,

concise, and neat

• Make sure there are no spelling or

grammatical errors

• Do not use “text speak”

NECESSARY QUALITIES:

1. Do your work well

2. Set priorities

3. Stay calm under pressure

4. Solve problems

5. Make decisions

6. Work well with others

7. Communicate effectively

8. Know how to learn

NECESSARY QUALITIES:

87.5% of people

retain jobs because of

these qualities…

NECESSARY QUALITIES:

…Only 12% are

retained because of

their trade skills.

TERMINATING A JOB

• Notify your employer ASAP

• Give 2 weeks’ notice

• This gives the employer time to find a

replacement

• Submit a letter of resignation

“YOU’RE FIRED!” 1. Request an exit interview

• Find out why you’re being terminated and how to improve

2. Take responsibility

• Don’t make excuses or blame others; focus on what you can do

differently

3. Ask about your good qualities and request a letter of

recommendation

4. Thank them

• This is uncomfortable for all involved, it’s best if you can leave on a

positive note

5. Start your new job search NOW

• Do take some time to make sure you’re emotionally ready, but get

started ASAP

• The longer you’re unemployed, the harder it will be to find a new job

TOP 10 REASONS PEOPLE

LOSE THEIR JOBS:

1. Personality Conflict

2. Absenteeism

3. Tardiness

4. Behavior or attitude

5. Discrimination

6. Poor performance

7. Insubordination

8. Theft

9. Harassment

10. Layoffs

IN SUMMARY

Reflect on your performance

• Am I a team player?

• Am I a good listener?

• Am I able to accept criticism?

IN SUMMARY

Reflect on your performance

• Am I completing my job

assignments?

• Do I have a positive attitude?

• Do I regularly arrive at work

on time?

IN SUMMARY

Reflect on your performance

• Do I dress appropriately for my

job and practice good hygiene?

• How well do I get along with

co-workers and supervisor?

IN SUMMARY

Reflect on your performance

• How are my

communication skills?

• Do I learn from my

mistakes?

• How is my attendance?

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