First thing to consider in this situation is why you are feeling this way.
What has changed since you first accepted the job offer?
Let’s get really specific about that.
So the general challenges you face whenever you start a new job are:
- New environment
You’ve got to learn how to adapt to a physically new environment. Your workstation should be a comfortable working space for you. Consider lighting, noise, size and interruptions. Is it a good fit for you and what you need to achieve on a daily basis? - New people
You need to be developing lots of new professional working relationships. Learning who are the people that you get along with, who you need to rely on to get the job done and knowing who to ask for help when you need it. How well are your professional relationships working for you? Is it going really well or is it causing you anxiety? - New skills
This relates to your ability to meet the requirements of your job description, having the necessary resources, skills and talents to do the job that you’ve signed up for.
Is your job description a good fit for you? Maybe you are feeling out of your depth or are bored in your new job.
These are important things to consider, and when you can pinpoint what’s causing your anxiety, then we can look at finding actionable opportunities and potential solutions.
For example:
- What do you need help with?
- Who can you ask for help?
- What needs to change in your current situation?
- What can you do about it?
- What’s within your control to improve the situation?
It is really important to address your concerns as they arise, especially if you are working within a 90 day trial period. Because the first 90 days of a new job can be a steep learning curve.
If you’re in a new role and something’s not working. You need to be able to discuss it with your manager.
The more support you have, the easier work life is going to be for you.
Having a career coach to help support you through this process and help you find the courage to be able to approach your manager and address what needs to change for you to be able to do your job and be successful.
When you have your employee reviews, both you and your employer may ask within the 90 day trial period whether keeping you on as an employee is going to work for both you and the organisation going forward?
Being active in solving concerns / issues as they arise, reduces the chances of there being any nasty surprises coming up during your 90 day trial period.
Need support in your new role?
Call Angela Couch (NZ Career Coach) on 0226467818 or email angela@careerinspiration.nz to discuss your next career move.
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