Problem: Article: As soon as you start a new job, make it your business to learn the ropes as soon as possible. Many employees settle into a comfortable routine once they become proficient at a job. To set yourself apart and stand out as a good employee, always meet assignment deadlines and demonstrate a strong work ethic. As a good employee, never make excuses for why you didn't do a task that was assigned to you. This will show your boss that you're able to work hard and serve as a model employee. Take the initiative to complete tasks on your own, so your supervisor doesn't have to micro-manage your work. If there's a way you can do more than complete the minimum requirement on a task, show that you're a good employee by putting in extra work. If you don't know how to do a certain task that your employer expects you to perform, ask your employer or co-workers. Many employers offer periodic on-site training or online training courses. In some instances, you may be expected to travel to a conference for company-side training. Take advantage of these valuable opportunities, as they'll allow you to pick up new skills and become a better employee. Picking up new skill sets and work-related education shows that you value improving your workplace performance. Also, if the office has a budget crisis and lets people go, highly-trained employees stand a better chance of being retained than those who can only do one thing. when it concerns your work performance. Constructive criticism from a supervisor, client, or co-worker can give some good ideas about what people expect from you. Criticism can also show you areas in which your performance has room to improve. This is a good thing! View criticism as an opportunity to improve as an employee. For example, say that a client points out that you made numerous grammatical errors on advertising copy. Instead of becoming defensive or blaming someone else, take this as an opportunity to brush up on your writing skills. what their expectations are when you're in doubt. While the overall expectations should have been laid out clearly in the job posting and the interview, you may find that the nature of your work changes as months and years pass. Or, you may occasionally be asked to perform tasks around the workplace that you haven't been trained for. Clear up any confusion by asking your supervisor exactly what they expect of you. For example, if you work in an advertising agency and you're assigned to a type of client you haven't worked with before, find out from your boss what you can do to succeed at the assigned task. You might say something like, “I've never represented a car company before; do you have any advice on what types of ad strategies work best?” Volunteering for not strictly required work around your workplace allows you to choose the part you will play in a workplace assignment. It also shows that you care about the company and are willing to go the extra mile to help out. This shows dedication and ambition, which are 2 qualities that bosses look for in good employees. Being a team player and cooperating with others on projects shows that you care about your job and the people you work with. On the other hand, if you pass on opportunities to work on projects, you'll seem like you're not interested in the job you were hired for. While other employees may leave their shift 15 minutes early or browse the internet for the last 20 minutes, show that you're an excellent and hard-working employee by making productive use of this time. One of the best uses of this time is to organize your work space for tomorrow. Take a moment to put away loose papers, clean up your work space, and locate things you'll need for the next day.
Summary: Model a strong work ethic and cover the basic requirements of your job. Show initiative by going above and beyond tasks that you're assigned. Learn new skills and take advantage of training opportunities. Take criticism gracefully Ask your supervisor Recognize and volunteer for opportunities around the office. Cooperate well with others in group assignments to show initiative. Use the last 15-20 minutes of your shift to be productive and prepare for the next day.

Problem: Article: Squirt some grease-cutting dishwashing liquid onto an unused toothbrush. Scrub the stained area that the crayon wax left behind. Wipe up any remaining suds with a cloth dampened by water only. Let the car seat air dry. Put a couple of drops of a dry cleaning solvent, such as Guardsman, onto a clean cloth and then lightly dab the stained upholstery. Add a little more solvent to the cloth if you don’t see progress. Then, let the car seat air dry. Do a test on an inconspicuous part of the upholstery beforehand to make sure it’s suitable for your particular type of upholstery. Cover the stain completely with baking soda. Let it sit for at least a half an hour or so, and then vacuum it up to remove the stain. Repeat this process if the stain remains. If you have crayon stains left behind on your leather car seats, put a little rubbing alcohol on a clean cloth. Wrap the cloth around your finger and apply some pressure while you rub at the stained area. Then wipe the area with another cloth lightly dampened with warm, soapy water. Finally, wipe the area with a clean cloth dampened with water only and then let the spot air dry. Make sure to use a mild soap to make your soapy water.
Summary: Scrub stained upholstery with dish soap and a toothbrush. Blot stained upholstery with dry cleaning solvent. Sprinkle baking soda on the stained upholstery. Apply rubbing alcohol to stained leather.

Problem: Article: Stay up to date on current events, since these are a common topic of conversation. Use a variety of news sources to get a more accurate, nuanced understanding. If you want to impress and befriend people outside of your usual range, don't limit yourself to what you personally find interesting. It doesn't take much time to read one article a day on politics, sports, science, or popular culture. While films and other media are useful resources too, books are excellent at improving your vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and critical thinking. Read a variety of fiction and nonfiction books about topics you're interested in. Pause when you find something interesting and think about your response to it. While you're reading, write down words you don't know and look them up later in a dictionary. You can also subscribe to a "Word of the Day" mailing list or app. Try searching for Word of the Day from Oxford Dictionaries, Word Smith, or Dictionary.com. It's much easier to learn about a topic you're passionate about. This doesn't have to be an academic topic or specialized field of knowledge, although it can be. Pick something you enjoy doing in your spare time, and try to learn as much as you can on the topic. You can find blogs on almost any topic. Read through the archives, then ask the author for more recommendations.
Summary:
Follow the news. Read a wide range of books. Improve your vocabulary. Focus on a hobby or passion.