If this is going to be your first day at the job, you need a lot of encouragement. But it will help if you will realize that even the most senior member of your organization has suffered his own first day of job nerves. In other words, you're not alone in this.
But don't stop with that realization. You have work to do before you actually do your first day work. It is important for you to control your first day of job nerves, and here are some tips to help you do that.
1. Make a good first impression
This is your first day at the office, so it is important that you present your best food forward. Dress up and use the best in your wardrobe - appropriate to your position of course. Knowing that you are wearing what you think makes you look good will definitely calm your nerves.
2. Use self-hypnosis to relax your nerves
This is one of the best ways to relax your nerves whenever facing a new 'challenging' situation. Close your eyes and imagine your nerves getting relaxed. Let the easing up flow from your head to your toes. Using visualization will help considerably. Imagine in your mind's eye that everything is going smooth and successful in your first day, and it will turn into reality.
3. Come in thoroughly prepared
One day before you start, read all you can about what your work is all about. For sure, you are given a company brochure, or at least been given an orientation on what your job entails. This will give you more confidence in facing your 'worrisome' first day of work and help you control your first day of job nerves.
4. Be confident
Act confident but not over-confident because if you appear timid, the bullies at the office will take advantage of you. Present yourself as someone who knows what the job requires and is willing to learn from those around you, but not too shy to ask your way around.
