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The most important things to have on your first day to work

Your first day in your new office may spell out a lot of emotions for you. You might be excited, nervous, delighted and apprehensive all together. Creating a good impression on your new boss and colleagues is always in your mind. Here are some things that you should always carry at work on the first day:

Packing your bag for the first day at work

Your first day at work in a new office is just like a first day at school with new people around, new boos and colleagues, and a completely new work atmosphere. Packing your bag for the first day can be difficult and here are some things that you can carry on your first day to work.

A note pad and a pen

Your note pad and a pen are one of the most important things that you should carry with you when you go to office on the first day. This would be your companion on your very first day. These would help you to take notes during the training and induction session, you can always turn back if you want any information, and you can also note important IDs and Passwords that would be given to you on your first day at work. A note pad and a pen would help you appear professional and remember important information as well.

Your ID and your important documents

Your ID and your important documents like your previous work details, your certificates and other important paper work are needed on your first day to open your salary account, your new email ID and for other official formalities. These things can be Xeroxed and kept back at home from the following week onwards. But definitely do not forget to bring these things to office on your first day. The important documents include:

  • Your passport
  • Your ID proof
  • Your certificates and proof of address
  • Your Visa
  • Your NI card where the status of NI apply is positive

Your lunch Box

Though you may find various places to eat around when you go for work, if this is the first day, you may feel comfortable with your own box of lunch. You can always have your own lunch and then roam around the vicinity to find better places around where you can order your lunch. Also ensure that you carry a good and sumptuous lunch on the first day that can be shared with your colleagues so that you can create a good rapport with them. Good food is always the best way to impress people around.

Other accessories

These are some of the most important things that you need to carry on your first day to office. Apart from these there are various other things that you can always carry in your handbag like making up, wallet, phones, accessories and tissues on your first day to work. Pack all these things in your bag and you would have a smooth day.