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Conquering the Real World:
A Guide for Achieving Success After College

 

Preparing for Your First Job After College

 

Preparing for Your First Job: Stuff You Need to Accomplish Before You Start the Job

 

This step is all about all the things you need to do once you have the job offer and before you start your job.

 

Decisions you need to make... questions you need to answer:

  1. Your living situation.
    • Where are you going to live?
    • Are you going to live alone or with friends or relatives?
    • Are you going to rent or buy (or live somewhere for free)?
    • What kind of monthly housing payments can you afford?

     

  2. Your transportation to and from work.
    • Are you going to drive to work?
    • Do you need a new (more reliable) car -- and can you afford it?
    • Can you join or form a carpool?
    • What public transportation options are available?
    • Can you walk or bike to work?

     

  3. Your work wardrobe.
    • Are you certain about the dress code at your place of employment?
    • Do you need to expand your selection of professional attire?
    • How much can you afford to spend on upgrading your wardrobe?

     

  4. Your job preparation.
    • Have you asked for any materials to read before you start working?
    • Do you need to complete any sort of testing or other assessments before starting?
    • Have you mastered all the information from the organization's Website?

 

 

 

Lost? Go to the Map of the Real World Tutorial: A Guide for Achieving Success After College.

 

 

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