Asking Where Things Are on Day One

Scene: It is your first morning at the company. Your laptop is set up, but you do not know where anything is. Your teammate Ben sits next to you. He is friendly and not busy right now. This is the best time to ask your questions.

You: Hi Ben, sorry to bother you. It is my first day, so I have a few basic questions. Where do I get coffee? And where is the restroom? I also cannot find the printer. I want to ask now instead of guessing all morning.

Ben: No bother at all. The kitchen is down the hall on the left. Coffee and tea are free. The restroom is next to the lift. The printer is behind that grey door. Your badge opens it. Ask me anything today. Everyone was new once.

You: Thank you. Two more questions. Who should I ask when the wifi stops working? And what do people usually do for lunch? I do not want to sit alone on my first day. Also, is there a channel for new joiners?

Ben: For wifi, message the IT desk on Slack. They reply fast. Most of us eat at the place across the street. Come with us at twelve thirty. I will add you to the new joiners channel now. Write these things down. You will forget half of them by Friday.