Congratulations! You got the job!

It’s time to learn how to do well in your new workplace. To start, you need to understand Canadian workplace culture. This is how people in an organization communicate and work together. In Canada, workplace culture is based on certain values, such as:

• Individualism – Everyone’s work matters. People should be able to work on their own without someone telling them what to do.
• Equality – Everyone in the organization is important. We should be kind and respectful to each other.
• Informality – Canadian workplaces are usually not very strict. It’s okay to be friendly with your managers and co-workers.
• Punctuality – Respect other people’s time. Try to arrive on time or even before the start of work or meetings.

Let’s look at how these values are expressed in five different areas of the workplace:

1. Communication

   • Speak English: You need to be able to communicate in English at work and with your coworkers. Knowing more English will help you do your job better.
   • Professional language: You should know the words used in your job. You should also know how to write emails and keep information private.

2. Image

   Show that you are a team player and a good employee. It’s not enough to just do your job well. Believe in yourself and know your value. It’s okay to talk about the things you have achieved.

3. Diplomacy

   When talking to your co-workers, be kind and thoughtful. Think before you speak. Do not blame others.

4. Work Ethics

   Here are some tips for success:

   • Do your job well.
   • Be reliable and keep your promises.
   • Have a good balance between work and home life.
   • Don’t let your career take over your health and relationships.

5. Building relationships

   • It’s important to build strong relationships with people you work with.
   • You should provide good service, be honest, and show respect.
   • It’s important to understand the difference between professional and personal relationships.

It takes time to get used to a new job. This is true for everyone, even if they have a lot of experience.

You will have times when you do well and times when you don’t do as well.

It’s important to be humble and learn from your mistakes. This will help you become better at your job.

It’s important to be kind. This is not something that comes naturally. We have to make an effort to be kind to ourselves and to others.

Stay positive and do your best. Don’t give up! Keep trying and you will eventually succeed!