What successful people do in their first week at work

They say hello to everyone, connect with new colleagues on social media, and always ask lots of questions to get the ball rolling as quickly as possible.

1. Introduce yourself

Be proactive about greeting people, whether you're in the elevator, the kitchen, or the bathroom. It'll pay off later.

Your company may be a busy, fast-paced culture, so they may not have time to say hello. Start with the people closest to you and those you will be working with directly. They will be happy to welcome you.

2. Ask a lot of questions

Get involved in as many activities as possible in the first week. If you plan to make big changes, the first thing you need to do is understand how things are going, and gain the trust of your teammates.

3. Be humble

No one likes a know-it-all. And the truth is, even if you are the most experienced person in the world, you still don't know everything.

When a new co-worker or boss offers you advice, take it. Never say things like, "At my last company, we did it this way." People hate that.

And even if you already know what you're doing, being open to other people's advice will make them feel good. And it will help you if one day you really need advice.

4. Make friends with a veteran employee

Every company has its own language and story. Find someone who can help you decipher the acronyms and office politics. You’ll also need someone to teach you the nitty-gritty. For example, you can’t ask your boss where to get a pencil.

5. Find nearby locations, such as pharmacies, restaurants

Find out what services are available around the company. Know where you can get a sandwich, take someone out for coffee, or have lunch with a partner.

6. Lunch with large groups of people

Making friends at work is more important than you might think. And it’s never too early to start. Expand your circle of friends beyond the people you work with directly every day by inviting groups of people out to lunch or coffee.

There are many other benefits to this. For example, you will learn about many more great places to eat.

7. Be as visible as possible

Go to as many meetings as you can and don't be afraid to speak up. Not only will this give you a sense of who and what is important in the company, but others will also become accustomed to your presence.

8. Strengthen relationships on social networks

Once you’ve officially accepted a job, start updating your social media profile and connecting with your new company and colleagues. When you meet new people, solidify that relationship by adding them on Twitter or LinkedIn. Facebook is pretty personal, so keep it to a minimum.

According to VNE