A sure fire way for you to start successfully in any new job begins by taking ownership of your onboarding journey and setting expectations for your first 100 days in your new role.
The first hundred days signifies the beginning of a new US president’s term in office and it marks a time for a performance evaluation. How has he performed and what has he been able to achieve so far. First impressions and expectation setting are critical to success.
So you’ve gone through a gruelling interview process, you’ve sold your prospective employer on your knowledge and experience, and you’ve landed that new job or promotion. After you’ve had a chance to celebrate, mark your calendar for your First 100 Days.
It’s no coincidence that probationary periods end typically after 3 months. This is generally enough time for you to understand how things are done around here, and your new boss to evaluate if you will be a good fit.
It should also be enough time for you to identify a couple of key opportunities, or low hanging fruit to begin to establish your early reputation in the business.
So, practically speaking, how do you build your first hundred day plan?
Be proactive and map out an actionable game plan. Take control of your on boarding process.
One of the most important things is get to know what makes your boss tick. You need to give her confidence that she has backed the right horse by choosing you for this role.
Set realistic expectations with your boss. Whilst you need to give yourself time to learn the business, the category, understand the key challenges, the key stakeholders, the quicker you are able to articulate value, the stronger and better lasting your reputation will be established in the company.
Map out your plan in 30 day chunks and articulate your learning agenda and plan with your boss.
Find out more at futurefitmarketing.com.au/podcasts/blog/first100days