How to be more adaptable in the workplace when you are new?

As quoted by Charles Darwin, “It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change”, the same concept applies when one enters a new workplace. Adapting to change is the first milestone towards stepping on the success ladder. 🙌

Here are some exciting pointers to learn the art of winning over a new workplace:

1. Know the culture:

Adapting to the culture simply means adapting to the unsaid norms of any organization. Observation plays a vital role here. Observe the style of communication, team dynamics, level of formal and informal work style, breaks, and other dynamics and try to accommodate them. 🤝

2. Build connect

Connecting to people around you formally and informally, helps break the ice and creates room for comfort. Participate actively in team discussions, and talk to people around during small intervals to break the ice. 🤗

3. Resolve queries

In a new work environment, asking questions as simple as coffee machines to policy and processes is advisable. It is always better to ask and know rather than get puzzled. 📣

4. Take Initiative

You will be asked and involved further when you show interest in knowing or sharing. Be proactive, prepare for the day ahead, take initiative for owning the responsibilities, ensure your presence always on time for the team meetings. 😇

5. Find a buddy/mentor

Seek someone familiar with the work culture in your initial months. Building connections with someone as a buddy/ mentor provides you the ease of resolving queries and even knowing things in advance. 📚

6. Plan & Organize

As they say “well planned is half done”, planning the work with an organized action plan helps to build confidence in a new environment. Maintain a to-do, prioritize the work assigned, assign self-deadlines, and monitor the same consistently. Adapting to this practice will certainly help in building rapport during team meetings or discussions. 😀

7. Understand communication style

The communication style of each organization differs, some workplaces rely on emails while others may favor in-person or virtual meetings. Understanding and adapting the organization’s communication style paves the path for a swift transition in the new workplace. 🎯

Adaptability is crucial to flourish in a world of constant change. By being proactive, observant, and open to learning new practices, you can adapt more quickly and build strong connections in the new workplace.

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