Several friends told me, their kids recently graduated from college. The parents are ecstatic. Especially, because their children are also employed. Yea! 
Yet, many parents asked me, “Jeff, what’s your advice to recent college grads ready to start their first job?”
Here are a few simple suggestions:
– do the unexpected
– be punctual
– do the right thing
– contribute to others’ success
– treasure your first experience—ask lots of questions—be a sponge
– help others attain a more favorable future, (your internal and external customers)
– volunteer, raise your hand and say, “I can do that!” or “Let me help!”
– daily, improve your communication skills (oral and written)
– read, LOTS
– take responsibility and accountability
– smile, nobody likes working with a grouch
– don’t think your opinion doesn’t matter, simply because you’re “new” and young…if you think there’s a better way or a different perspective—share it
– find ways to grow revenue, reduce expenses and maximize profits—without sacrificing quality and service
– don’t gossip
– don’t show up to get a paycheck, instead, make a difference
What would you add?
