Start with these steps
- Before day one: Confirm start time, location, dress expectations and who to contact.
- First week: Verify payroll details, withholding choices and direct deposit.
- First week: Store copies of important employment and benefit documents.
- If benefits are offered: Review enrollment choices and deadlines.
- If retirement is offered: Review the plan, employer contribution and enrollment steps.
- First month: Measure the real time and cost of the new commute and recurring work expenses.
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