Fire-proofing your job 15 tips for improving job security. Sure, the unemployment rate hovers around three percent. Job security might not be your biggest concern. Try getting to work before your boss and leaving later.
Long hours demonstrate commitment.
Yes, you'll probably be putting in more than eight hours a day. But early arrival has its advantages. You can beat rush-hour traffic. And you'll be amazed by what you can get done before 8 a.m., when the phone rings and hallway conversations strike up. Perhaps a little bonding will develop, endearing you as a friend rather than just an employee.