Student Leadership: Be a Great Employee
Remember that someone else is counting on you
- Be late or absent as little as possible
- Call before you are expected if you’re going to be late
- Give advance notice if you can’t make it to work
- Keep a copy of your schedule
- Plan ahead for necessary schedule changes
Remember your priorities
- Job responsibilities always come first
- Ask if studying is OK once your work is done and you've been given permission by your supervisor
- Save web surfing and personal email for another time
- Turn off your cell phone while at work
Communication is key
- Make sure you know what’s expected of you
- Ask what you can do to help
Behave professionally
- Dress conservatively and ask about standards
Keep official information confidential
- Never repeat personal details you may have access to
- Let what you hear and see at the office stay at the office
Help make it a great place to work
- Contribute to the team spirit
- Share ideas you think might help improve the workplace
