The 10 most favored new employees by their seniors in the workplace

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For recent graduates who have just left school, how can they adapt to their roles in the workplace, go through the transition from newcomers to experienced employees, and earn the favor of their seniors in their new companies? The editor has summarized the following 10 qualities essential for office workers: integrity, communication, cooperation, humility, pragmatism, diligence, attention to detail, responsibility, caution in words and actions, and appearing humble while being wise. 　　Ranking No. 1 in Integrity 　Companies generally agree that integrity is the most important quality for someone entering the workplace. 　　For example, a well-known company, from over 300 resumes, ultimately selected two students from our school. They said the reason these two students were chosen was that the information provided in their resumes was not falsified, and they described their abilities truthfully. They were also very sincere during the interview, speaking honestly and not pretending to know things they didn’t understand. Many candidates exaggerate their abilities greatly, only to claim they can’t do this or that when asked specifically, which is a complete waste of time for both parties. 　　Companies say that integrity is more important than actual technical skills, as the professional knowledge acquired in schools is ultimately incomplete and lacks practicality to some extent; it is only through hands-on experience in companies that one can truly become proficient in specialized techniques. As a result, a person’s most fundamental character and qualities become what companies pay the most attention to. If a person is honest and trustworthy by nature, they will generally not go astray on the path ahead; but if someone is inherently cunning and tries to be smart, no matter how well they are guided, they may still deviate from the right course. We are now providing guidance on graduate employment, and the two words that are emphasized the most are \"integrity\". It should be understood that maintaining these two qualities is not always easy; one may face temptations and tests. But in any case, when entering the workplace, it is essential to stick to these two principles. 　　Ranked 2nd in terms of communication: Ms. Gu from a public institution. Our organization hopes that the new employees we hire will have a cheerful personality and not be too dull. It allows one to integrate into the team more quickly, rather than passively waiting to be accepted by others. 　　Personally, I really like newcomers who are good at communicating. When they first enter a new environment, they take the initiative to approach their colleagues in a friendly manner, speak up when it’s time to do so, and show genuine concern for others when it’s appropriate. In fact, when seeing new employees with such a positive attitude, the other colleagues around them will also be happy to accept this friendly approach and respond in kind. In this way, both parties can get to know each other more quickly, which is beneficial not only for newcomers but also for the smooth progress of work. 　　Of course, this doesn’t mean that newcomers can be overconfident; they need to strike a good balance when trying to integrate into the team. 　　I’ve seen newcomers who performed very well; they’re really pleasant to work with. When they first arrived, they were very polite, addressing everyone with respect as \"teacher,\" but this wasn’t feigned; they weren’t two-faced either. They are proactive and willing to take on any tasks, and they humbly seek advice from other seniors; even when they make mistakes, they dare to admit them. They are also good at **thinking, at asking thoughtful questions, and of course, it’s not to show off. 　　What I dislike the most are those newcomers who are too introverted, quiet, and hesitant to ask questions; I really don’t know how to make them open up or guide them. In short, from the organization’s perspective, newcomers who are willing to take the initiative in communicating are certainly welcome. Ranked 3rd in terms of partnerships. Planned by Jacky Advertising Agency. I have been working at this company for a year now; the other guy who started working here with me left the company as early as the beginning of the year. That’s because he has always had a sense of confidence. 　　During a meeting to discuss the advertising plan, he actually started arguing because of disagreements between the project team members and his own opinions, which put everyone present in an awkward situation. I see it with my eyes and learn it in my heart. In my future work, when I encounter disagreements with others, I always try to avoid direct conflicts. My colleagues also understand that it’s okay to have differing opinions; what matters is maintaining good relationships. It is the ideal situation when both parties can show understanding, realize that everyone is working for the same goal, discuss issues calmly, make concessions to one another until a consensus is reached. 　　In fact, the friendship among colleagues is also developed through work, and team spirit is forged through repeated interactions, understanding, and compromise. As a newcomer, having a sense of cooperation is likely to be well-received by companies. 　　Ranked 4th: Modesty. Ad Designer Xiao Yao. As a newcomer in a new environment, no matter how skilled or ambitious you are, it’s important to adopt an attitude of learning; \"working hard and talking less\" is indeed a good approach. Never act on your own. 　　A newborn calf is not afraid of tigers; newcomers to the workplace are always eager to share their innovative ideas in hopes of gaining recognition from others. In reality, capable people excel at achieving great things rather than making empty promises; work performance is the best weapon in competition. 　　To reach higher levels in life, a good social circle is also essential. In an office group, if individuals exhibit too much of their own personality, it can lead to feelings of rejection; it’s better to be modest and sincere. 　　Ranked 5th for pragmatism: Clerk Zhang. It was quite coincidental that I started working at the same company as Xiao A. Xiao A is very beautiful; she used to be a member of the student council at school, is good at speaking, and is a person with strong opinions. To be honest, I feel a bit inferior competing with her. 　　On his first day at the company, Xiao A became the focus of everyone’s attention. Every day, seeing her chatting so amiably and closely with her colleagues makes me feel isolated and neglected. But I keep a positive attitude; I definitely do my best to complete the tasks assigned to me, and I usually don’t interfere in others’ matters. When I encounter something I don’t understand at work, I ask my colleagues for help humbly. I chat with them during lunch, and gradually we all become familiar with each other. It’s important to learn to fit in with larger groups; although I’m not as adaptable as Xiao A. But my colleagues also sensed the sincerity behind my lack of eloquence. Moreover, compared to Xiao A, they seem to trust me more; they ask me to handle various tasks and assign me some of the more important jobs. 　　Looking back now, I really think that one should adopt a more humble attitude; it’s a good way to protect oneself. Being too eager to achieve things can instead arouse others’ dislike. Ranked 6th for diligence: Miss Liu, a department manager at a foreign company. Once, two new employees joined our department; one of them, who graduated from a prestigious university, seemed very intelligent and talked a lot, which caught my attention. I decided to give him a chance to prove himself. After some time, however, I realized that he wasn’t reliable – he had good verbal skills but would avoid dealing with complicated tasks. His biggest flaw was laziness; if he could write 50 characters, he wouldn’t write even 51. It was “eliminated” after a few attempts. Another newcomer who didn’t graduate from a prestigious school and seemed a bit clumsy turned out to be very hardworking; he adapted to the environment quickly and ended up doing best among us. So, in my opinion, as a newcomer to the workplace, it’s never a bad thing to be diligent; what’s worst is to be overambitious yet lazy. 　　Ranked 7th: Attention to detail. Li, an employee at an insurance company. College graduates often wear casual clothing: jeans, T-shirts… But such casual attire can give the impression of laziness and disorganization; supervisors or colleagues might think that you aren’t very serious about your work. Being late and leaving early frequently, taking leave often, chatting and surfing the internet during working hours – these are things that employers with strict discipline can least tolerate. In short, those who are beginners must be as strict with themselves as possible, working from morning till night and never taking leave for personal matters easily; they should pay close attention to what others say and do, striving to make as few mistakes and errors as possible. 　　Ranked 8th for responsibility: Mr. Lin, Marketing Supervisor. Many newcomers dismiss the trivial matters in the office, thinking that as a graduate from a prestigious university, I’m here to handle important tasks. What companies value is an employee’s professional qualities. For tasks that others avoid taking on, if newcomers volunteer to handle them, they are more likely to integrate into the team and gain the appreciation of their supervisors and colleagues. 　　Doing every task is an opportunity to show one’s knowledge or abilities to supervisors or colleagues; although at first, the organization does not assign important responsibilities to newcomers, often giving them rather trivial and minor tasks to do. But only by doing every task well can one gain the goodwill and trust of supervisors and colleagues. 　　Are you annoying or a charm? Ranked 9th: Be cautious with your words and actions. **Mr. Yu, an administrative staff member** In an organization with a long history like ours, the relationships between people are complex – there are colleagues or classmates from years ago, and even family ties. There are both conflicts of interest and long-term emotional bonds; it’s a mix of truth and deception. It’s best for newcomers to avoid getting involved in these conflicts rashly. Sometimes you hear an experienced employee scolding another one, but in reality they might get along very well off the clock. If a newcomer tries to enforce justice rashly, they might be seen as a troublemaker at best, or as someone who is overbearing at worst. 　　You should know that experienced employees can express their complaints, but newcomers cannot; after all, experienced employees have made contributions to the department, and having been there for many years, they are like family members – it’s fine for them to say things that might be harsh. But once they go outside, they remain united. A newcomer who has just arrived and hasn’t done anything yet shouldn’t be criticized three or four times. 　　Ranked 10th: The Art of Appearing Foolish. Peter, the person in charge of information technology projects. It was when I first started working at this company; my colleagues kept asking me to help them print reports. I thought this was a great opportunity to learn, so I studied it carefully. To my surprise, I found that one of the important figures in it was calculated incorrectly, so I exclaimed, “Jessica, come here quickly – you’ve made a serious mistake!” I thought she would be grateful to me for pointing out the error, but instead she took the report from my hands with a stern expression on her face. Later on, I too gradually changed from a newcomer to a mentor who guides newcomers, and I personally experienced the things that newcomers should avoid. 　　When newcomers threaten the status of those who are more experienced, or cause them to lose face, the more experienced individuals naturally take on a fierce appearance. If a newcomer notices that a colleague has made a mistake in a certain task, they can inform them privately rather than shouting it out so that everyone knows; this not only preserves the colleague’s dignity but also helps to win their goodwill. In my opinion, appearing foolish in the workplace is the best way to protect oneself. Even if newcomers are highly capable, they should not show off their skills; especially, they shouldn’t try to be clever in subtle ways, as this will only have the opposite effect and make people annoyed.