I think we’ve all been here before. 

Taking on a new position or finally getting that career change you’ve been hoping for is both exciting and daunting altogether. New co-workers, learning new systems... it can all be a bit overwhelming. 

In this Roundup, I’m hoping to share some tips for the new hire and the business leader to help make the transition as smooth as possible. 

If you’re a new hire and are passionate about the work your company is doing, you’re probably thrilled to jump in and get your hands dirty. You’re passionate about making improvements--and that’s great--but it’s important to be mindful of the systems already in place before your arrival.

I’m not suggesting you adopt a careless attitude. But in your enthusiasm to create change, you may make the mistake of breezing past important procedures. Keep a humble approach and a coachable attitude around your team--they may know more than you about certain topics.

My next suggestion applies to both business owners and the new hires: Take time to get to know each other and settle in! Even with an interview process, there’s only so much you can learn about a person in a professional setting. Taking time for your team members to get to know each other can have great benefits.

This next tip seems like an obvious one, but keep asking questions. 

If you’re a new hire, you may feel like a bother in the beginning, but usually, there aren’t any dumb questions. After all, you don’t know what you don’t know.

Finally, starting a new position can be overwhelming, and there can be a lot to learn. To avoid becoming overwhelmed with all the new systems and processes to learn, prioritize. If you’re a new hire, ask your supervisor or team lead what their main goals are. By narrowing down your priorities, you limit distractions and have a map of where to go next. 

Personally, I’m thrilled to join the Fisheye Team. While there’s a lot of learning to be done, I’m excited to be part of such a dynamic team. We work hard for our clients and truly believe in the marketing efforts we execute.

That’s some noble work in my book.