Get the facts.

It’s absolutely fine to ask questions ahead of time. Depending on your organization, you can ask the human resources representative or your supervisor any questions. If you’re not sure who to ask, check with the person who offered you the job. Find out about your work schedule, the hours per week you are expected to work, salary, benefits, and any information you need to successfully come on board.

Figure out what to wear.

What you wore to the job interview may not be what you will wear on the job. If you haven’t been given a dress code, ask what the appropriate attire is for your workplace. Have a few work outfits ready, so you don’t have to scramble finding clothes to wear.

Don’t presume you know anything.

Being humble is worth a lot when you’re starting a new job. Nobody likes a know-it-all, especially someone who doesn’t really know anything about the job or the organization. Take the time to listen and learn before you start giving advice.

Be nice.

People like nice people, and if you’re nice to everyone, you’re going to get ahead. Remember that some of the people at the bottom of the pay scale know more about the inner workings of the company than those at the top. That’s why being nice to everyone you meet is important.

Arrive a little early.

One easy way to help minimize the stress of starting a new position is to do a trial run before you start the job. Figure out your transportation and where you’re going. Make the trip a few days ahead of time to see how long it takes, giving yourself a cushion for traffic or other delays. Then give yourself a little extra time so you can arrive at work a few minutes early on your first day.

Ask for help and advice.

There is no such thing as a stupid question when you’re starting a job. Your employer would prefer that you ask. That’s easier than having to fix a mistake. You won’t be expected to know everything, and it’s better to ask for help than to guess.

Build relationships.

Relationship building can be hard, especially if you’re the new kid on the block. It can be harder when you don’t have an outgoing personality, and meeting new people is a challenge. Do your best to be friendly and warm, and again, asking for advice is always a good way to break the ice.

Words to Learn 相关词汇

【仓促应对】 cāngcù yìngduì scramble proceed hurriedly or in a disorderly fashion

【外向的】wàixiàng de outgoing friendly and sociable

了解必知事项

事先问清楚是绝对不会有错的。你可以问人力资源代表或主管任何问题，具体问谁取决于你所在的单位。如果不确定应该问谁，你可以咨询那个向你发出工作邀约的人。你可以询问工作日程安排、每周工作时长、薪水、福利和其他工作所需的任何信息。

装扮得体

你穿去面试的服装也许不适合穿去上班。如果没有人告诉你着装规范，你可以问别人穿什么衣服上班比较合适。多准备几套工作装，这样就不会因为找不到衣服穿而抓狂。

不要想当然

在开始一份新工作时保持谦虚态度非常重要。没人喜欢自以为无所不知的人，尤其是那些其实对工作或单位知之甚少的人。在提出建议前，先花时间倾听和学习。

待人和善

人们喜欢和善的人，如果你对每个人都很和善，你也会因此而受益。记住，某些底层员工比那些高管更了解公司的内部运作。因此善待每个你遇到的人非常重要。

早点到单位

一个有助于缓解新工作压力的简易方法就是事先踩点。了解你应该乘坐什么交通工具以及你的上班路线。提前几天走一趟，看看通勤需要多长时间，并为交通堵塞或其他原因造成的延迟留出缓冲时间。然后再额外多留一点时间，这样就可以在上班第一天早到几分钟。

求助或寻求建议

在刚开始一份新工作时，提什么问题都不会让人觉得愚蠢。你的雇主还会宁愿你多提问题。因为多问总比犯了错误需要补救强。没人会指望你什么都知道，求助总比瞎猜要好。

建立人脉关系

建立人脉关系对于一个新人可能很难。如果你的性格不够外向，结识朋友会更难。尽可能表现得友好热情，另外，向别人征求意见对于打破沉默总是很有效。(chinadaily.com.cn)