Getting ahead in the workplace starts with making sure you show up on time and deliver solid, dependable work. If you’re new to an office and looking to get in your manager’s good graces, here are a few ways to start. Work the way your boss works: Everyone has a different work style, but it’s a good bet your boss likes things done in a certain way. This doesn’t mean you should copy their every move, but it’s easy to identify little things that help them get work done or do things the way they want them done. Read more.