The world of work

Success in the workplace depends on a number of factors, including having appropriate knowledge and skills, maturity, competency, and taking responsibility. You should understand and accept the expectations of your workplace, including obligations relating to punctuality, courtesy, standards of dress, the law and other appropriate workplace behaviours.

Workplace expectations vary considerably between industries and between companies in the same industry. This resource will help you to prepare for work beyond school and give you an understanding of practices and behaviours that are expected in the workplace generally. Explore the My future¹ website to find out more information about work and employment.

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