As we have previously mentioned, temporary work is a great way to get your foot in the door with an organization and potentially find a permanent job with them. For that reason, you should treat each and every temporary assignment as part of a long interview process. Everything you do and say (and even the things you don’t do or say) will make a positive or negative impression on your temporary supervisor. Going into a temp assignment with a great attitude and the desire to succeed will result in you making a great impression on the company you are temping for, and could possibly lead to a full-time job offer. Follow our tips below and you will be sure to succeed as a temporary employee:
- Always act professionally
- Take initiative whenever it seems appropriate
- Express interest in the organization and what you are doing
- Don’t use the computers or office machinery for personal use
- Don’t text or make calls while on the clock
- Avoid being late or missing work
- Offer to take on additional responsibilities
- Ask thoughtful and insightful questions
- Make suggestions for improvement if appropriate
- Build professional connections with your colleagues
- Don’t be afraid to ask for additional clarification whenever necessary
- Make sure your work is properly prioritized
- Keep your workspace tidy and organized
- Use a professional vocabulary and avoid any slang usage
