For today’s workforce, it’s about much more than just earning a paycheck. In fact, most employees want to know their day-to-day job has an impact and is improving their company’s bottom line. But what if you’re in a temporary position and may not be with your employer for the long haul? Here are some ways to ensure your work makes a strong impact.
Do Far More Than the Bare Minimum
A big part of it simply boils down to effort level. It’s critical you go above and beyond to not just meet but exceed expectations. This could include working approved OT to ensure a project is successfully finished, volunteering to complete tasks your employer doesn’t directly ask you for and always being willing to help your co-workers.
President of contingent workforce employer Emergent, Bill Inman says it perfectly with this quote. “Don’t think of your assignment as ‘just a temp job.’ Consider every employer a chance to make yourself indispensable, and you just may land a longer-term position with a target company—if that’s what you want.”
Have a Positive Attitude
The type of attitude you show up with greatly affects your workplace. Being consistently positive will inevitably rub off on others and influence the overall atmosphere. That’s why you’ll want to be friendly, polite and courteous to your entire team.
Provide Excellent Customer Service
The way you treat customers will directly impact the public’s view of your employer. You want to do everything within your power to ensure you provide excellent customer service, so they ultimately walk away with a high opinion of the company. For example, be willing to offer someone help without them having to ask for it. This brings us to our final point.
Develop Your Communication Skills
Being an effective communicator is critical to your job success. While having communication skills is more important for some jobs than others, you should always be striving to improve them regardless of your position.
When it comes to your employer, get in the habit of asking questions on how to perform your job at a high level, asking for help when needed and providing your input whenever applicable. As for your co-workers, listen to what they have to say, be aware of your tone and make sure that any criticism you offer is always constructive.
Don’t think you can’t have an impact while you’re on a temporary assignment. On the contrary, you can have a major impact. It’s just a matter of following these steps and being dedicated to continually improving.
Looking to accelerate your career and find a rewarding position? Contact the experts at Encadria Staffing Solutions today to see how we can help.