First Impressions Matter: Importance of Initial Weeks in a New Workplace
Navigating the First 100 Days: Expert Advice for a Successful Start at a New Job
Starting a new job can be an exciting, yet challenging, experience. To help you navigate this transition smoothly, we've compiled advice from experts in the field.
According to Annette Kluge, a psychologist specializing in work and organizational psychology, regular feedback meetings with your superiors during the first three months can help clarify questions and reduce uncertainties. Mindfulness exercises, sports, or meditation can also provide rest for your body and mind during this period.
Career coach Bastian Hughes emphasizes the importance of self-reflection. Writing a letter outlining your personal development goals can be a helpful exercise. He also advises switching perspectives to see what the company needs from an employee to determine if you are a good fit for the position.
Kluge emphasizes the role of mutuality during the probation period, with both parties needing to prove themselves. Quitting during the probation period is not a sign of weakness, she says, comparing it to realizing after six months in a new relationship that it's not working.
A good start begins before the first day of work, according to Hughes. Open discussions about expectations are crucial. During the first weeks, observation and understanding should be prioritized. Showing genuine interest, openness, and the willingness to ask questions can make it easier to join a new team.
Kluge warns against constantly talking about 'before' as it may indicate that an employee is not yet fully settled into their new job. Someone is settled in their new job when they have formed new routines and organization-related habits, and identify with the team and company.
Extra-role behavior that benefits the team as a whole can act as a lubricant for a good working relationship, according to Kluge. However, excessive engagement during the first weeks of a new job can be seen as disliked by a group.
Acknowledging one's own insecurity and addressing it is important, says Hughes. Every organization has established norms, and questioning them without knowing the history can be perceived as disrespectful. Emphasis is on mutuality during the probation period, with both parties needing to prove themselves.
In conclusion, the first 100 days at a new job are crucial. They help the person determine whether the job, company, and team are a good fit for them, influencing their subjective sense of well-being and integration into the new work environment. The first 100 days do not play a decisive role legally, but the 6-month probation period does. If stress is content-related, it's beneficial to directly address it with the team leader.
Remember, every new job is a learning experience. By following these tips, you're setting yourself up for a successful start. Good luck!
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