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A great mentor is only interested in your technical growth.
False
You should only seek mentorship from one person.
False
A mentor's role includes keeping your career moving in the right direction.
True
A manager is always the best person to answer any work-related questions.
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A great mentor will only focus on meeting the needs of the product.
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Mentorship is not important for self-improvement and career development.
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The job contract should be signed without reading it carefully.
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Annual salary includes only the basic salary and excludes any additional benefits.
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Employers usually offer around 30 holidays per year, but the exact number should be confirmed in writing.
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If you get sick during your holiday, those days will still be counted as part of your vacation days.
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The contract should specify how overtime is handled, when it's required, and how employees are compensated.
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Full-time and part-time positions have different expectations regarding working hours and employment duration.
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The domain of a manager includes providing assistance related to benefits and pay.
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A good manager only focuses on short-term obstacles and ignores long-term career goals.
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Knowing personality types is referred to as Tip 12 for effective teamwork.
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Understanding the context of your work includes knowing when the product is going to ship and who will buy it.
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A master programmer should never stop learning according to the text.
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The golden rule 'Do to others what you would have them do to you' does not apply to teamwork, according to the text.
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Great programmers are not passionate about their tools.
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The norm for the notice period is between one and four months.
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Flexible working hours usually don't have any core hours.
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To improve code quality, one tip is to Fail Gracefully.
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After accepting a job offer, it is recommended to get your tools in order.
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The responsibility of managing yourself at work ultimately lies on your mentor.
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When you need assistance in a more official variety, you should ask your mentor.
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To be visible in your work, it must be by luck.
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Your manager can be your mentor too.
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You should always shut your office door to avoid any interruption while you are working.
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Study Notes
Managing Yourself
- To take advantage of opportunities, it's essential to have the skills and make an effort to maximize your output.
- Optimize your environment to improve productivity.
- Speak your language fluently and know your platform.
Finding a Mentor
- A mentor's role is to help you when you get stuck, model behaviors and skills, and keep your career on track.
- A great mentor should be on your side, have technical skills, and have high standards.
- A mentor can be one person or multiple people, such as a senior programmer or manager.
Contract and Job Information
- Before signing a contract, read it carefully and focus on job information, compensation, and benefits.
- Job information includes job title, description, team and department assignment, role requirements, skill requirements, education requirements, and performance evaluation.
- Compensation and benefits include annual salary, raises, bonuses, health benefits, and social insurance.
- Time off, sick days, and vacation policy should be clearly outlined in the contract.
- Overtime policy should be clearly defined in the contract.
Teamwork
- The golden rule "Do to others what you would have them do to you" applies to teamwork.
- Tips for teamwork include knowing personality types, working together, and meeting effectively.
Inside the Company
- Know your peers and understand the company's anatomy.
- Understand the context of your work, including when the product will ship, who will buy it, and how the company makes money from it.
Mind Your Business
- A master programmer should have knowledge about business and the project.
- Tips for minding your business include getting knowledge about the project and putting yourself in the company's shoes.
Looking Forward
- No matter your level of programming mastery, you can always improve.
- Never stop learning and consider flexible working hours.
Termination, Severance, and Survival
- Notice period is an often-underrated aspect of the contract and can range from one to three months.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the key points to consider before accepting a job offer according to the book 'New Programmer’s Survival Manual' by Josh Carter. Topics include job information, compensation, contract terms, and more.
