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I wouldn't over- shower him with time and attention at first and then you go off to work and he's got to adjust to that shock. Try leaving for short, frequent absenses and get him use to it from the get go.
Don't let him out of the crate when he's crying or you'll reinforce that. Wait for a lull. He'll get onto it in time. Start out by leaving the door open whenever you can, so he's free to come and go as he pleases (makes him less uneasy) and like it was said, feed him in there...always a pleasant place to go.
I wouldn't worry about training for a few days or a week unless it's purely for fun. Let him be a pup and don't try to make him grow up too fast. Let him play when he is ready. If he's not into chew toys, don't worry about it. He probably will be later. He has to get use to his new place and it really can't be forced.
I think you've gotten really good advice. Just get him gradually use to everything you're ever going to need to do with him; nails, ear cleaning, brushing, bathing, vet visits (for fun) lots of socializing but where safe until he's vaccinated. Associate all these weird, human things with treats and happy praise. If he's afraid of something, don't make a big fuss over him...just act like it's no big deal and give him a little encouragement or take it a little slower with the introduction of something new.
good luck.
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