A new job can be exciting, but it can also be stressful. You have to learn the ropes, meet the needs of your boss and coworkers, and establish work-life balance in a new environment. The first three months are critical, so you want to make a good impression and impress your supervisors. You can do that by being punctual, respectful of your coworkers and managers and working hard to exceed expectations. You can also do that by showing initiative, such as suggesting ways to save money or streamline operations.
If you find yourself dreading going to work and constantly thinking about quitting, it may be time to start looking for a new job. You can decide whether you would be better off in a different industry or location or simply find a job with more flexibility, such as working remotely. If you have a good rapport with your manager, you can ask them about the possibility of finding a new role within the company.
To create a new job, you need to identify a need that the current jobs in your company don’t meet. Then you need to demonstrate that the new position can meet that need and add value to your business. This will help you persuade your manager that the new position is justified, especially if you’re bringing in someone from outside the company to fill it.
When writing the job description, include what you expect an employee to accomplish in their new position, the type of qualifications for the job and any specialized skills or knowledge required. Make sure to clearly state which skills are necessary and which you’re willing to train for on-the-job. You should also omit any requirements that aren’t critical to the role — otherwise, candidates might not apply for a job if they don’t meet all of your desired qualifications.
After creating a job description, you should make it public with internal communication and include the teams and managers that will be most affected by the new position. Then you can begin identifying candidates to fill the job. This process might include interviewing applicants, asking your managers for recommendations or sending out a companywide memo.
During your first week or two, you should try to meet with your manager on a regular basis to go over the expectations for your new position and discuss any concerns that you have. This is especially important if you’re working remote, Giacobbe says. If you’re unable to meet face-to-face, try pinging your manager on Slack or email to check in with them. The more you connect with your team, the more comfortable you will feel in your new job. Ideally, you should also introduce yourself to other employees or departments over your first few days or weeks at the company. For example, chat up a colleague during lunch about their project or wander over to another department to get acquainted. You can also introduce yourself to members of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). This way, you’ll be able to develop an internal network and feel more connected to your organization.