Starting a new job

Figure out transportation: Planning how to get to and from work is very important. Click here for some tips.

Read the employee manual: Before you start work, make sure that you know the rules, including what to wear to work and how much holiday and sick leave you get.

Sign up for the group medical aid and pension plan or provident fund: Usually, it will take 30 to 90 days before your medical aid kicks in so, sign up for the company plan (if you qualify) as soon as you can.

Get clothes: Click here for tips on getting clothes to wear to work.

Next: What to do when you're at work.