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I get the day off on my birthday.

• I will get a pay raise and promotionwithin a fewmonths of getting hired.

New hires who have one or more of these expectations will be in for a big surprise on their first day. While you should be treated respectfully and fairly, you should never expect special treatment if you’re late, make your own rules regarding assignments, or think you can work in a cubicle “fort” without interacting with your boss. Unless your birthday falls on a weekend, plan to be at your job. Finally, you will need to be employed for at least a year—but often more—to receive a pay raise and promotion. Success only comes after hard work and significant time on the job.

THE NINE EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYERS

As you grew up, your parents had expectations for you—such as saying please and thank you, cleaning your room, and taking out the garbage. On the job, your employer will also have expectations for you. Here are nine of the most important:

• You will arrive to work on time and not leave early. • You will be positive and enthusiastic each day. • You will work hard regardless of the task. • You will be honest and ethical. • You will work well with your coworkers. • You will respect your boss and follow their instructions. • You will be dependable and manage your time effectively. • You will follow all written and unwritten rules. • You will continuously seek to improve your skills.

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