So, you have just begun new job! Congratulations!
Starting a new job can be both an exciting and overwhelming experience. The first 90 days is a crucial period to understand how well you acclimate to the new environment. There is so much to learn and take in–with the added pressure knowing that they are evaluating you as well!
So, you try you best to develop a clear understanding of your responsibilities and goals, as well as how to best integrate into the company culture and team dynamic. You might even come to learn these aspects are drastically different from prior workplaces. Whether you have started as a member of a newly hired cohort or just individually, building relationships with colleagues and working with them to learn the unwritten rules of the game is important. Here are few things to consider in your first 90 days.
- Get to know your team and organization:
- Take the time to meet with your colleagues, understand the company culture, and learn about your department’s goals, processes, and challenges.
- Assess the current situation:
- Analyze the current state of the organization, department and team, including its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
- Build relationships:
- Establish key relationships, both internally and externally, to understand their needs, expectations, and priorities, and to have a heads up on challenges you might face on the job.
- Define priorities:
- Based on your assessment, define a set of clear and achievable goals for the next 90 days.
- Develop a plan of action:
- Create a detailed plan of action that outlines the steps you need to take to achieve your 90-day goals or performance metrics, and prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Communicate effectively:
- Communicate your plans, goals, and expectations clearly and consistently with your team and managers to build trust and alignment.
- Focus on results:
- Take action and work towards delivering results while continuously monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary. This not the time to work on side projects if you can help it. You have to stay focused and master the work before you.
- Celebrate successes:
- Acknowledge and celebrate small wins and progress along the way to keep morale high and maintain momentum.
Remember, your first 90 days are crucial in setting the foundation for your success in your new role. Take the time to do it right and you will be on your way to making a positive impact. Remember to be patient with yourself and to embrace the learning process, as it will take time to fully acclimate to your new role.
