8 Crucial Things to Know Before Starting Your First Job

8 Crucial Things to Know Before Starting Your First Job8 Crucial Things to Know Before Starting Your First JobAs a recent grad, youve probably had at least a couple of experience working in a real world office. But the question is, what changes when youre a full-time employee and not just a summer or semester-long intern?Lucky for you, we scoured the web for the advice you need to know as you take your first steps into the big, bad workforce.College wont teach you about these seven things you need to know about entering the workforce. (Mashable)Understanding that grammar counts is just one of the many pieces of unconventional career advice you should learn before you start your first job. (Forbes)Sheryl Sandberg has some great words of wisdom for recent grads just starting to look at the job market. First things first? Banish self-doubt. (Entrepreneur)Are you really all that prepared for the workforce? Studies show you may not be. (Slate)Soft skills? Yeah, those are really, really im portant when youre starting off your career. (Fox Business)Forget what you need to do when starting out heres what not to do. (The New York Times)A lot of times new grads forget that there is in fact a transition period between college and the real world. (Quintessential Careers)Once you get settled in, there are nine things you should do during the first week of your job. (Business Insider)Want more help navigating your first gig? Check out our suggestionsHow to Make a Great Impression on Your First Day10 Ways to Avoid the First Day JittersThe Step-by-Step Guide to Your Post-College ResumePhoto of woman walking courtesy of Shutterstock.