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IT professionals, especially IT contractors, tend to start new IT jobs often.  It’s helpful, then, for them to really impress their IT managers and IT recruiters by getting a running start in their new positions.  Here are a few ways IT contractors can knock the socks off their technical recruiters and new managers.

1. Make a plan.  Get clear on your manager’s goals, your company’s goals, and your team’s goals.  Set a broad plan on how to achieve what you can within these lists and consider submitting it to your manager for feedback.

2. Come in with a great attitude.  It may sound obvious, but coming in with a positive outlook and demeanor will do a great deal to bring you into alliance with coworkers, managers, etc.

3. Don’t try to reinvent the wheel.  To a certain extent, it’s good to find ways to work efficiently and effectively.  However, when you are faced with a choice between the way your current company does things and the way your old company did things, try to adapt to the new way.  Your new manager and coworkers will deeply appreciate it if you respect the way they already do things.  Suggesting new ideas for improvement isn’t bad, but showing respect for current protocol is imperative.