Last week I posted about the importance of your career to your net worth and as a result I've been increasing my posts on related articles. This one from Yahoo that lists seven ways to start your new job right seemed to be a perfect fit, especially since their advice is short, sweet, practical, and (in my opinion) right on target. Their seven suggestions:
1. Prepare Yourself During the "Countdown Period"
2. Align Expectations
3. Shape Your Management Team
4. Craft Your Strategic Agenda
5. Assess and Start Transforming the Culture
6. Establish a Productive Working Relationship with Your Board or Boss
7. Communicate!
I've had to change jobs (both within a company and with new companies) a handful of times in my career and the above is a good, short list of what needs to be done to hit the ground running.
In addition, I read a book a couple years ago titled The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels that I found really helpful as well.
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