You’ve recently landed a temporary job and can’t wait to get started. Here are a few tips from Murray Resources, one of the top Houston temporary staffing agencies, on how to make your new boss love you.

Show up on time

Punctuality is key in any job, but it is absolutely vital when working on a temporary assignment. Before you even start, drive or take mass transportation to your place of work just to clock how long it will take you to get there. That way, you will know how much time to give yourself on your first day.

Be cordial to every person in the office

Even if you are working with only one person in a department, it is important to treat every person in the office with the same level of respect. You never know, the receptionist may have a say in the hiring of the next full-time employee. If you like your position and have exhibited warmth to the entire staff during your temporary assignment, your name may float to the top of the list for the next salaried job.

Take initiative

Your boss is a busy person; the best thing you can do as a temporary employee is to make his or her life easier. Houston temporary staffing agencies, such as Murray Resources, can help give you the inside scoop as to your manager’s work style, which can be helpful when asking for extra duties at the office. Ask to take on additional responsibility where needed (and only if your core work is done first). The more you ask, the more you will learn.

Stay positive

Attitude is everything at work. The more positive you are, the more likely an employer will be drawn to you. While, deep down, you may really want a full-time job, try to look on the bright side while in your temporary role. Regardless of the role at hand, embracing a smile and cheerful outlook at work will take you far.

Extra tip: If you’re interested in signing on as a full-time employee someday, ask your staffing firm to keep you abreast if such opportunities become available.

Murray Resources

Founded in 1988, Murray Resources is a leading Houston staffing agency. The company serves a base of over 800 client companies, including numerous Fortune™ 1000 companies and high-growth small and medium-sized organizations.

Murray Resources has been named a “Best Places to Work” by the Houston Business Journal and the #1 Fastest Growing Woman Owned Business in the Personnel Category by the Houston Business Journal. For more information, contact Murray Resources at 713.935.0009.