Do you know that it only takes 30 seconds for someone to form an impression about you? Whenever you meet someone for the first time, it’s essential to be on top of your game. This includes everything you wear to what you say. Here are a few tips on how to make an excellent first impression at work:

Arrive to work early

Being punctual on the first day shows that you value your work, organized, and consider other people’s time. Be aware of your new company’s culture concerning the work schedule. If you notice people typically come to work before the stipulated time, try to adopt the culture. Follow your co-worker’s lead at the beginning. Once your position is secure, you can ask for more flexibility.

Dress appropriately for the job

People will always judge you on what you are wearing and how you look. Your workplace is not the best spot to show off your hippy fashion sense. Dressing professionally will convey a message that you’re organized, reliable, trustworthy, and efficient. If you notice that your new co-workers’ dress code is more relaxed, you can dress more flexibly.

Have a positive attitude

Be enthusiastic, friendly, and pleasant with everyone you interact with. Tackle all tasks with eagerness and avoid complaining about your colleagues’ duties and the job in general. Having a positive attitude is the best way to make a first impression.

Take initiative

On your first day at work, it easy to feel like you aren’t needed and overlooked before you figure out how to fit in. Once you complete any tasks that have been handed over to you, don’t run back and hide in your cubicle. Ask for more tasks to handle.

Ask for help when you need it.

While you may be tempted to show off your competence on your first day at the office, recognize that you don’t have answers to everything, no matter how well-educated you are. Ask your co-workers for help instead of doing a job incorrectly. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of strength. It also allows you to forge a friendship and mutually beneficial relationships with your co-workers.