There are several reasons why you might not want to follow the rules. They might seem unnecessary or it’s possible that others are already breaking them. However, going against the rules in your workplace opens you up to criticism. Make sure you read and understand the policies in your workplace and follow them at all times. For instance, let’s say your workplace has a rule that you’re not allowed to use the company printers for personal items. While you might notice your coworkers using the printer for their personal use all of the time, it’s best to avoid doing this yourself. This includes special days like casual Friday, weekend overtime, overnight trips, and holiday parties. While it’s okay to have fun at work events, make sure you don’t cross the line into unprofessional behavior. Imagine that your boss is watching at all times, and avoid doing anything you wouldn’t want to discuss in a review of your job performance.  For example, your office might have alcohol at company parties. It’s okay to enjoy a drink, but don’t have so many drinks that you lose your inhibitions. Similarly, you might have an overnight work trip with a coworker. While it’s okay to be friendly with them, don’t gossip about your other coworkers or reveal too much about your personal life. You might feel comfortable confiding in your work friends, or you might feel like it’s safe to agree with a complaint from someone else. However, what you say can be used against you. Before you say anything, imagine that you’re speaking over an intercom. If you don’t feel comfortable announcing your thoughts to the entire office, keep them to yourself. For example, a coworker might say, “I can’t believe Joe got that promotion. He’s late every day.” Don’t say, “I know! I can’t believe it either.” Instead, say something like, “Did you hear that we might be getting a new copier?” or “Do you know if there’s a fresh pot of coffee in the break room?” You might occasionally have problems at work, and that’s okay. However, talking about these frustrations or having a bad attitude makes you an easy target. Keep your complaints about your workplace, your boss, and your coworkers to yourself.  Try to focus on the positive aspects of your workplace. For example, you might really like the receptionist and you might have access to good training classes. If you really hate your job, start looking for a new job. In the meantime, put your best foot forward at your current job so that you get a good recommendation from them. If your coworkers need your help, they’ll be unlikely to undermine you at work. Freely share your knowledge and skills with anyone who needs it. Additionally, offer to help your coworkers when they need assistance. If you’re assigned to a group project, make sure you’re putting in your share of the work.  You want your coworkers to feel like you’re helping them reach their goals, which will make them feel like you need them. This also helps you be an asset to your organization, so it will help your career, as well. For example, let’s say you’re the only one who’s trained to use a new piece of equipment. Instead of keeping this information to yourself so that your boss needs you, offer to train your coworkers who are interested in learning the machine. This shows you’re a team player and put the business first. Getting your accomplishments recognized can help you get ahead, but bragging about yourself can make you a target of office politics. Instead, celebrate everyone’s accomplishments to show that you’re a team player. This will make your coworkers respect you more and will show your employer that you care more about your company’s successes than your own. For example, let’s say your office is having a quarterly meeting the day after you finalized a big sale. At the meeting, you might say, “I’d like to take a minute to celebrate the accomplishments our department made this past month. Rashida brought in 3 new clients, Sean developed a great new filing system, and I closed my biggest sale of the year.” If you let your coworkers down, you’re likely going to become a target for office politics. This makes your coworkers frustrated with you and can leave them in a bad position. Make sure that you follow through anytime you offer to help with something. Additionally, always meet your deadlines. If you are going to be late for any reason, notify your coworkers as soon as possible and tell your supervisor so you’re in control of the situation. You might send an email with your boss copied saying, “Because my client meeting ran over, I was unable to complete the account analysis today. I know this is going to hold up your project, but I’ll have it to you by tomorrow morning.” so you can relate to people. Being well-liked makes it less likely that you’ll become a target of office drama. To build your interpersonal skills, spend more time with people in your free time so you can practice your social skills. When you’re at work, make eye contact, show interest in your coworkers, and listen to what people have to say.  Approach situations looking for a compromise rather than always trying to get your own way. Don’t just pursue your own success. Make it your goal to help all of your coworkers be successful, as well.
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One-sentence summary -- Follow the rules in your workplace. Act like a professional at all times so you’re not an easy target. Assume that everything you say will be repeated to others. Avoid complaining about work because it hurts your reputation. Make yourself useful to your coworkers. Talk up everyone’s accomplishments so you won’t seem like a brag. Be reliable when you agree to do something. Improve your interpersonal skills


The only recommended sites are your thighs, your stomach, or on the backside of your upper arm, near your armpit. Wash the area with soap and water or a cotton ball dipped in isopropyl alcohol. You can inject the same area every time, but avoid sticking the needle in the same exact spot. Place the pen on a counter or in another secure spot. After about 15 minutes, the pen will have reached room temperature. The tab will be on the flat back side of the container in a corner. Grasp it and pull it to free the pen. Remove the pen and needle, inspecting them for any sign of damage before setting them aside. If you notice that the pen looks broken or is missing a piece, avoid using it. The pen’s tube has a small window right below the tip. Make sure the liquid is transparent, free of dirt, debris, or other signs of damage. Clear air bubbles are normal, so don’t worry about them. If the medicine looks dirty, avoid using it! Use a replacement pen instead. The needle is inside the orange or white plastic tip. You’ll notice a piece of paper covering the wider opening. Peel it off with your fingers to expose the needle. Fit the wide end of the plastic tip onto the pen. The side that had the paper backing fits over the pen’s grooved end. Twist the cap clockwise until it’s tightly on the pen. Hold the pen with the needle pointing straight up towards the ceiling. At the very bottom of the pen, locate the handy knob. It has small ridges sticking out of it, so it’s easy to spot. Turn the knob counterclockwise, stopping when you hear a click and the green sticker on the body of the pen has disappeared completely.
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Choose an injection site and clean the area. Remove the pen from the refrigerator 15 minutes in advance. Pull the corner tab to open the tray. Check the liquid to see if it looks clear. Peel off the paper backing on the needle. Screw the needle onto the pen. Turn the knob counterclockwise on the bottom of the pen until it clicks.