Time Keeping and Time Off
When should you show up to work?
You should show up early or on time!
Is it ok to swear at work?
Usually it is not! Try to use professional language with coworkers and customers.
What kind of attitude should you bring to the workplace?
Bring a positive and constructive attitude to work!
Fill in the blank: At work, I should treat customers and coworkers with ______.
Respect, courtesy, (there are multiple acceptable answers!)
True or False: If I quit my job, it doesn't matter if I acted badly because I can just get another one. Explain your answer.
False! Many employers ask about past job performance and usually want references from previous jobs. If you can't get a positive reference from previous jobs that will make it hard for you to find jobs in the future.
Is it ok to scroll on your phone at work?
Usually not! Your employer may be unhappy if you spend a lot of time on your phone when you should be working.
What should you do when you make mistakes at work?
Take accountability for your mistakes, work to learn from them, and try to not make the same mistake twice.
Most jobs require working with other people. What are some strategies to work well with teammates?
Be kind and polite with coworkers and managers. Refrain from bullying and gossip. Communicate transparently. Take accountability for mistakes. And more!
How much notice should you try to give to your employer when quitting?
It is usual to give 2 weeks notice when quitting a job.
How should you dress at work?
It depends on your job, but most jobs expect you to dress "professionally". Usually, sweatpants or more casual clothes are not encouraged. Some jobs have uniforms and or dress codes in which case you should follow those.
True or False: It is possible to get accommodations at a workplace.
True! It is legally required for workplaces to provide reasonable accommodations to employees.
If you are having an issue with a coworker, what are some ways to handle it?
Talk to the coworker about the issue you are having or bring it up with a manager.
True or False: If I have available time off, it’s ok for me to take as much time as I want and I shouldn’t consider my employer’s needs. Explain your answer.
This is a trick question, but more false than true. You have the right to take off as much time as you are given at a job, and at the same time if you frequently take time off last minute without giving your employers notice in advance that may make you more likely to be fired. For vacations you should try to give your employer notice before taking time off, and only use sick days when you need them.
Other than how you dress, what aspects of your appearance are important at work?
Personal hygiene and grooming are important at most jobs.
Jobs want reliable employees. What are three ways you can show you are reliable?
-Show up to work on time
-Meet deadlines
-Communicate with coworkers and managers
-Do what you say you will do
-And more!
There are some kinds of email communication that are inappropriate in a workplace, even if they are ok with friends. What is an example?
Sending spam emails, sending non-work related emails, being unkind or aggressive in an email, and more.