Start a New Job Impressively from Day 1

Starting a new job can be daunting, but preparation and proactivity can ease the transition. Research the company, understand your role, and make a strong first impression by meeting your manager and team. Build relationships, ask questions, and find a mentor. Embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, and soon you'll look back on your first day with confidence.

What is a recommended action to take before starting a new job to reduce anxiety?

• Research the company and its team

• Ignore the company policies

• Arrive late on the first day

• Avoid learning new skills

Why is it important to meet your manager one-on-one on the first day?

• To discuss your salary

• To clarify your job description and expectations

• To plan a vacation

• To ask for a promotion

What should you do if your manager does not initiate a meeting?

• Wait for them to approach you

• Initiate the meeting yourself

• Ignore the need for a meeting

• Complain to HR

How can you start building relationships with your team?

• Criticize their work

• Avoid talking to them

• Ignore team meetings

• Introduce yourself and ask about their roles

What is a positive way to view mistakes made on the first day?

• As opportunities for learning

• As reasons to quit

• As unimportant

• As failures to be avoided