Then, be prepared to discuss items like salary, benefits, bonuses, working hours and any other needs you may have in the new job. After you discuss, you should get additional details from the employer on when and how you can expect to receive an official offer. After your initial informal conversations, you should get an official offer from the employer.
If the offer comes in the form of a phone call, ask them to send a written document for you to review as well. You must get all the details of their offer in writing both to make the offer official and to fully understand their expectations of your role, pay, start date and benefits.
For example, it might be part of a written offer that you will be expected to pay for your work phone. This is something you can bring attention to or negotiate with the employer. When do you need a response? If they ask you to respond immediately, ask politely if you can have 24 hours to review the terms. At this point, remember that anything you say is not binding. It is acceptable for either party to change the offer as you are having these conversations.
Negotiating items in the offer terms is a common part of the acceptance process. You can keep this simple and professional, like the following:. When can we set up a time to speak?
Coming into this conversion, be prepared with exactly what you want to be changed in the offer. If they decline, politely thank them for considering and reflect on whether or not the offer is acceptable as-is. Be sure to send a note upon receiving the offer stating the steps you are taking and when they can expect a reply. Ensure you review all aspects of the offer and consider how each section relates to your current role or any competing offers you may have.
If available, have a mentor, friend or family member review as well. If the employer sent you an official offer email, it is acceptable to send your acceptance back in an email reply. If they sent you a physical offer letter, consider sending one back.
If you do opt for physical mail, you may consider also sending the same message via email to ensure they see it promptly. In your acceptance, start by expressing your gratitude for the opportunity and restating the final offer details as you understand them.
Conclude with good wishes and any questions you have ahead of your start date. The First Month. Be friendly and have a positive attitude. It sounds obvious, but being open to feedback and willing to take on any task with a smile is a must-have attitude for your first month on the job.
Takes notes and ask questions. Check in with your supervisor on the best way to ask questions — they might find it helpful to meet with you periodically to answer your questions rather than answering them as they come up. Observe the behavior of your coworkers in the office. One of the most intimidating things of adjusting to a new job is navigating the office culture.
Do people take long lunches every day, or do they eat at their desks? Do people freely talk in the office, or does most communication take place over Slack?
Do people leave right at 5 p. Depending on how late your boss works, it might not be realistic for you stay later than them every night, but observe how late your coworkers stay and try not to leave significantly sooner than them.
As you settle in to the role, you might have more flexibility with your working hours, but play it safe to start. Keep personal calls and social media to a minimum while working. But if possible, try to take care of personal calls before or after work, and avoid scrolling through social media. It might seem harmless to take a quick 5 minute break to check your Instagram, but your manager might notice if it starts to become a habit.
Be extremely detail-oriented. Your first month is a great opportunity to connect with your coworkers. I would love to grab coffee or lunch to get to know you and find out more about how I can do my best working here!
The First Months. Talk to your supervisor about taking on additional projects or tasks. But once you have a handle on things, it could be beneficial to volunteer for new initiatives or projects that come up. Large companies, for example, might prefer that you stick to your job responsibilities.
Smaller companies or startups, however, could encourage you to branch out and work on additional projects. Before you bring up a new idea or volunteer for a project, be sure you talk to your manager about whether or not taking initiative is encouraged, and how much you can expect to move beyond your immediate tasks. Get involved with employee resource groups or interest groups. This can be a great way to connect with coworkers from different levels of seniority and can even help you find a mentor.
From resource groups for women to intramural sports teams, this can help you form deeper connections than you would from just grabbing coffee. Take advantage of any opportunities for professional development. Does your company offer skill training?
Access to speakers or networking events? Taking advantage of these opportunities early on can make you a stronger employee and increase your chances for a promotion or pay raise after your first year.
Check in with your supervisor about ways you can improve. After the six month mark, you should feel comfortable and confident in your role. Depending on the trajectory at your company, you might be eligible for a promotion in another six months to a year, so be sure to check in with your supervisor about what that path looks like. Regardless of if you stay with the company for your next role, take this time to gain new skills and learn from people more experienced than you.
Everyone wants to find the perfect job. The reality is, you may not like your first job. What does success in this role look like? How is success in this role measured? What expectations will you have for me when I start this position? What would be my immediate priorities in this role?
What responsibilities should I focus on in the first 12 months of this role? How important is this position to the overall success of the company? When is my start date?
What hours and shifts does my department have? What will my specific schedule be? Salary and benefits. Is the salary negotiable? Is the salary provided base pay? Does this role offer bonuses or commissions? Is there a draw against the base pay? What benefits does the benefits package include? When would I be eligible to receive benefits? What are your vacation and sick leave policies? How do employees accrue paid time off? Can you roll over unused vacation days to the next year?
Do you offer any retirement program benefits? Do you provide a vesting schedule? Will the company cover my relocation expenses? How much of the cost of benefits does the company cover? Company culture. Do you offer any flexible work programs? What unique perks does the company offer?
How does the company prioritize work-life balance? Can you give me a tour of the office so I can see where I would work? Who will I report to?
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