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please and thank you when you need someone's help. When a coworker helps you, make sure they know it, and make sure to tell their supervisors they're doing a great job. We all like to be treated like equals and appreciated for doing a great job.

4. Offer A Helping Hand

Sometimes in the jungle you will see a coworker lost or struggling. If you can help them, do so! In the jungle, those who take the initiative to help others have a better chance of succeeding than those who don't. He who helps those in need, helps himself in return.

5. Go Above & Beyond

When you have free time at work, ask your coworkers if they need help, be proactive. When do work, do the best you can even if it's not required. As an employee, when you do work without being asked to, like helping someone, that shows how dedicated to your job you really are, and your boss will really like that. They will know that you are an employee who cares and intends to stay for the long run.

6. Work Hard

This goes without saying. Those who wish to survive the workplace must work hard in order to survive. Don't be lazy, this will create resentment in your coworkers. Work hard and be an inspiration for those around you. You don't have to work yourself to the bone to work hard, you just need to be focused.

7. Ask Questions

There are no stupid questions. If you don't know the answer to something, do be afraid to ask. Your coworkers and supervisors are there to help you and will be more than willing to help you out. Asking questions shows that you care enough to be curious about your work and more importantly, doing your work right.

8. Learn & Show Others

Work is a great learning experience, and the opportunity to learn something new is everywhere. Take the initiative and learn something new! This will make you much more valuable in the jungle, for knowledge is worth it's weight in gold. Once you learn something, don't be afraid to show others. Teaching is fun, and very satisfying, and your coworkers will appreciate you for it. Don't be stingy with want you know, share it.

9. Be Outgoing & Confident

People love a person who is lovable. I know, seems ridiculous but it's true! Be friendly to the people you share your time with. Smile and laugh often. Try to be as approachable a person as possible. Compliment your coworkers when you look nice, do something great, or impress you. Show them you notice and care. Soon your coworkers will be delighted to see you when you come around the corner carrying that stack of reports

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