RETENTION STARTS ON DAY ONE.

Here are tips that may help you keep your job:

Avoid negativity –those that have a negative attitude towards a company, a boss or coworker tend to be moved to the top of the list if a reduction in force/lay off is needed.

Go above and beyond – it seems that fulfillment and enjoyment go hand in hand with hard work and dedication. The employee that is always late, watching the clock to be first out the door at 5pm and extending breaks at every chance is often the employee left behind. On the other hand, challenging yourself to give your best effort and looking for opportunity to perform above expectations can not only get you noticed in the crowd, but can also give you a true sense of accomplishment and increase your sense of fulfillment on the job.

Be on time. Be ready and willing to work from the beginning until the end of the work day.

Limit personal work to be done on personal time. Be knowledgeable of company policies regarding this topic.

Document accurately your sick/overtime/vacation time. Also document your successes.

Review your job description periodically to remain on track.

After the probationary period, continue to exhibit even more enthusiasm and motivation.

Use initiative to find out information necessary to completing your tasks. Don’t expect your employer to take care of you.

Make sure you can do the job. And continue to learn in order to enhance your work skills.

Emphasize the positive. Never falsify anything.

Avoid sharing too much too soon with co-workers and business associates. While your fellow employees may become like a family, set appropriate boundaries.

Be committed. Do as much as you possibly can to complete your tasks correctly the first time.