10 Things You Should Do Right After Starting a New Job

The week or so after you start a new job is an exciting time—but also a busy and stressful one. While in the midst of training, you’re also expected to slowly take on a full load of responsibility. You want to show your new manager that he or she made the right decision. You’re in a new environment, and perhaps you’ve even moved to a new city for the gig. It’s easy, and understandable, to just do as you’re told and not much more, but trust us—taking a few extra steps will not only help you transition quicker but also set you up better for the future. These are the 10 things smart employees do to make a solid first-week impression.

Whether or not you’ve stayed within the same industry, it’s wise to shoot your old contacts an email (a BCC email is fine) telling them that you’ve changed positions and giving them your new contact information. If you expect or would like to work with them professionally again, let them know that you’ll be in touch personally soon and that you look forward to working with them again.

During the first week, your new manager will likely have a training session with you, or at the very least, a meeting. During that time, make a point to find out what he or she expects from you during that week, the first month, and the next three months. If need be, set aside time on his or her calendar to discuss; it will show that you’re dedicated to performing well.

It may not feel natural to you talk about yourself, but it’s a necessity. As you meet and begin to work with new colleagues, they’ll want to know where you came from, what you’re doing at their company, and why your manager hired you over everyone else—of course, they won’t say so explicitly. It’s also very likely they may not have known about your job opening. So fine-tune a “pitch” that introduces your role and experience to others and accentuates your value.

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