Now that you have the job, how can you be successful? This video offers helpful guidelines and checklists for new employees who want to get off to a solid start in the real world of work. Using a combination of workplace scenarios, interviews with experts, and informative narration, the program provides valuable insight into the development of good work skills and habits. Emphasis is placed on the basics: being on time, having a positive attitude, taking responsibility, being a team player, maintaining a good attendance record, understanding and following rules and procedures, and observing dress and safety codes. Practical tips are given on difficult issues such as office politics, relationships with co-workers, balancing work life and personal life, and dealing with childcare and other family responsibilities. The video addresses the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and demonstrates how good health contributes to success on the job. This is essential viewing for anyone entering the job market, and can also be used as a valuable refresher for more experienced workers. 19 minutes. © 2002.
