How to Talk to Your Boss or Your Colleagues in a Walking Meeting

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Amelia, some relatively new hires are stressed about the fact they don't know things that they feel they should have learned a few months ago or a year ago. How do you suggest employees approach their boss or colleagues with those lingering questions that they have? Spoiler alert: They don't know everything either yet. So keep asking the questions until you get the answers that you need. And when you know things, be that person who shows up for other people in that way.

How are women who started a job remotely during the pandemic faring? Have they been receiving the support and making the connections necessary to succeed in their role? What lessons can they pass on to other women who are about to join an entirely remote or hybrid organization?

We highlight findings from our survey of new hires. Then, Emily speaks with management professor Beth Schinoff and HR executive Amelia Ransom about their own experiences starting new jobs — the challenges they faced and how they worked to overcome them. They also share advice on how to approach onboarding, whether you’re starting a new position yourself or supporting a new member of your team.

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Beth Schinoff is a management professor at Boston College.
Amelia Ransom is the vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the software company Smartsheet.

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