Are you excited and nervous at the same time for your new role?
That's normal for new employees. The first month of a new role would mostly focus on onboarding, training, introductions, and getting to know more about the company, its people, services, and operations. It is also an opportunity to lay the groundwork for your growth and success.
Here are top tips on how you can maximize and thrive in your first month in your new role:
Ask questions
Don't hesitate to ask questions about things you are unclear about. Not doing so might lead to mistakes and misunderstandings early on. As a new employee, you are encouraged to ask questions to help you better understand your role and familiarize yourself with how things are done. When asking questions, consider your timing. There will always be ideal times to ask, either in person or digitally. Write down questions as you think of them so you won't forget. If you have many questions, prioritize the most important ones.
Introduce yourself
Introduce yourself and meet your co-workers at every opportunity. Strike up conversations, ask questions to learn more about them, and find common interests. Introducing yourself will help you build positive relationships with your colleagues, especially those you'll work closely with.
Establish small attainable goals
Set expectations with your manager to establish small, attainable goals. With those goals in mind, you'll have something to work toward and gain clarity on how to progress and succeed in your role. As a new employee, there is a learning process, and even small goals add value to the team.
Familiarize yourself with the company’s communication channels and campaigns
Familiarize yourself with communication channels and campaigns. This will help you embrace how information flows throughout the company and your team. Learn how to maximize these communication tools in contributing to the team.
Observe problem-solving and decision-making processes
During team meetings or huddles, observe how your managers and colleagues approach problems as they arise and how they arrive at decisions to resolve them. Understanding these dynamics will help you be more effective working with the team or on your own.
Things won't always go according to plan, but always find value in the experience or the outcome. As you progress in your role in the coming months, you'll learn more about the company's customers or clients, access learning opportunities, and better immerse yourself within the company culture.
Author quick BIO:
Since joining in 2013, Angie has played an important role in driving growth and success for the business. She specializes in the IT space but has worked with various clients and placed hundreds of candidates across different industries. She is instrumental in building and maintaining strong relationships with our clients, as well as ensuring seamless and strategic partnerships.
