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As many professionals have learned the hard way, first impressions often last. That's why it's critical to put your best foot forward during the first few weeks at a new job. Following are some common (but potentially career-limiting) mistakes that new hires make -- along with tips on how to avoid them: 第一印象会给人们留下“持久的记忆”。许多职业人士经历了“惨痛教训”才学会了这一点。所以在开始新工作的头几个星期要展现出你最好的一面。以下是一些新员工普遍会犯（有可能制约事业发展)的错误，以及如何避免这些错误的建议： * Trying to do too much. 想做的太多 While you want to contribute early on, pace yourself. You won't make a positive impact if you start stretching yourself too thin right out of the gate. Rather than putting undue pressure on yourself to overachieve, focus on getting a firm handle on your primary responsibilities, building rapport with colleagues, and identifying potential mentors. 虽然你想尽早做出贡献，但是要一步一步来。如果刚一开始你就卯足了劲，则不会产生积极的影响。不要给自己加上过度的压力以获得超过预期的成绩；把注意力用在牢牢地掌握主要工作职责，和同事建立好的关系，以及发现潜在导师上。 * Being a know-it-all. 做到“什么都懂” You were hired for a reason, so give your opinion when asked. After all, employers typically expect team members (especially new ones) to offer fresh ideas and solutions. But just as you don't want to be a shrinking violet who is fearful of sharing thoughts, you don't want to be labeled as disruptive either. Play it safe by being tactful and constructive with any feedback or criticism. Moreover, keep an open mind and steer clear of the always-annoying phrase, "At my last job...?" | 
