Starting Your First Job

You may have finished college with strong technical skills, but chances are you have little experience in the real world of business.  You probably haven't worked on large projects, haven't had a boss, and haven't experienced typical workplace challenges.  Overcoming the 'student mentality' to become an employee takes time and effort. This guide is a supplement to any orientation program your company may offer.  It will show you how to:

• be a productive project team member
• handle workplace conflicts
• deal with difficult situations
• work with - not for - your boss
• prepare for performance evaluations
• disagree productively

There are lots of manuals on how to be a good manager. 'Starting Your First Job' is a guide to being a good employee.