Whenever you start a new job, you need to learn a new workplace “culture”. This is the way that people talk and act on the job. If you pay attention to your co-workers and boss, you will figure out how to act. Be careful not to pick up other workers bad habits. If you think they are doing, saying, or acting in a way that is unprofessional, you’re probably right. Don’t follow their example. Give yourself some time to fit in and don’t be upset if you don’t understand everything right away.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. This is how you will learn to do your job better. Try not to ask just “yes’ and “no’ questions. There might be times or situations when it’s more appropriate to ask this: “Could you tell me or show me how you want me to do this?” When your co-worker or boss is talking to you, listen carefully.
If you are criticized for your job performance, don’t take it personally. This is how you will learn your job. If someone criticizes you but doesn’t give you any advice on how to do the job better, ask them how you could do better. You can say, “How could I do this better next time?”
Also, if you are giving criticism, make sure you are positive and give constructive advice on how the person can improve their performance. Instead of just saying, “You did a bad job”, you can say, “Next time, you might try doing (offer suggestion). That way, you will avoid the same problem”.
Always remember that you are working as a part of a team. Be a team player by giving your ideas and suggestions to others. There might be co-workers that you don’t like. That is okay, however you do need to respect them as a co-worker. Try to look at their strong points and ignore the things about them that bother you.
Look after the space where you are working and the tools that you use. This shows that you are serious about your work and have respect for others.