How engineers can thrive in a new position

So you’ve accepted a new job offer at your dream company. This can be an exciting but stressful time of life. Change isn’t easy, especially when you’re entering a new company where you haven’t established any relationships. But don’t worry, success will come with these quick tips.

Seek out new friendships

If you have accepted a full-time position, you’ll be spending as much time, if not more, with your co-workers than your family members. Instead of coming to work and typing away in your cubicle alone for eight hours, dedicate some time to get to know the people who work in your office. Take time to plan a lunch date or organize a small soccer game after work hours. Building relationships take effort, but you will be happier at your job if there is established trust.

Be curious

You will not know every little detail about how the company operates on your first day or even your first couple of weeks. Learning is a continuous process, making it necessary to ask questions and seek to understand why the company operates in a certain fashion. Once you’re educated about the company and the work that’s been created, you will be in the position to help your team make the company even better.

Say yes to something new

Although you don’t always have to say yes, don’t be afraid to say yes to taking on a new opportunity that you believe will expand your career outlook. It says a lot about your confidence if you are willing to take risks and put yourself out there for the greater good of the company. Although you may not have the answer to every problem at first, new opportunities will help you learn from your mistakes and become a more seasoned professional.

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