What to bring on the first day of work?

Your first day of work really starts the evening before your first day. There are a few things you should do the night before your first day if you want to seriously impress and earn the respect of your new boss.

Here are some items you should consider bringing on your first day of work.

• Lay out your outfit. You want the morning before you leave to work to be as stress-free as possible, you will no doubt already have first-day nerves. This is why it's important to make sure your best outfit is ready to go so you're not scrambling in the morning.

• Set your alarm and plan an early commute. Double-check your arrival time, then set your alarm and plan your commute so you arrive 15 minutes before then. Trust me, you won't be frowned upon for arriving ear.

• Collect all of your documentation. Bring a valid form of identification, such as a driver's license or passport, to verify your identity and complete any necessary paperwork.

• Pack your bag. Make sure to pack all the essentials--a notebook and pen for taking notes, a sweater if the office is cold, a stain stick for spills, some money for lunch and a snack in case lunch runs late or doesn't happen.

• Do some research. Names are hard to remember--which is why it's smart to stalk your company's team page or your new team members' LinkedIn profiles one last time (yes, I know you did this before for your interview) to remember who is who and what they do.

• Prepare small talk topics. You're going to be doing a lot of small talking as you meet everyone, so if you're on the shyer side, preparing some topics of discussion (the TV show you're currently watching, what you did over the weekend, vacation plans) beforehand will save you from suffering through awkward pauses or blurting out inappropriate comments on your first day.

• Write down one reason you took this job. In case things get overwhelming, everything isn't what you expected it to be, or you feel like you'll never make it up the steep learning curve ahead of you, you can return to that reason and remind yourself why you're doing this,

• Get enough sleep. I know you're excited to start, but you're going to want to be well-rested to keep your energy levels high and stay focused on your first day. So, get to bed at a reasonable hour, and maybe try one of these sleep hacks so you get plenty of rest.

• Positive attitude. Be sure to remember to bring your A-game which means having a positive and enthusiastic attitude, and be ready to learn and contribute to your new team.

Finally, don't forget to check in with your employer beforehand to see if there are any specific items they require or if they have any dress code policies. This will help you prepare appropriately for your first day of work.