Transitioning to a New Job
Congratulations! You have been hired! All the blood, sweat and tears have paid off! It was not that difficult, was it?
Oh, I forgot you had to…
- be trained and on how to brand yourself
- write a resume that differentiated you from the competition
- review your resume and cover letter 20 times a week
- send out resumes
- fill out company applications
- research the company
- get a look at the screening interviewers on LinkedIn in preparation for the first interview
- mock interviews to prepare for the real deal
- long sessions in the mirror while smiling
- preparing for internal face to face interviews
- send thank you notes to the pre-screeners and hiring manager
- crossing your fingers and hoping to be passed on to a decision maker
- interviews again
- receive rejection letters
- negotiate salary
- more thank you notes
Oh… and let’s not forget the stress and anxiety. But the positive outcome is that YOU were selected from among the best of the best.
First Things First
Congratulations, you did it!… Wait a minute. There is one last step after the finish line! How do I successfully transition into the new role and immediately make an impact? The truth of the matter is that you need to have a 90 – day transition plan. Not the company’s plan but your plan!
Starting a new job can be exhilarating and challenging and is the most important piece of anyone’s job search. It is essential for your success to make an impact and lasting impression from the start of your new job transition.
