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#461 Career Starters: how to learn and grown in your first job

Squiggly Careers

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Navigating First Jobs: Challenges and Strategies

This chapter explores the emotional journey of young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds as they transition into their first demanding jobs. It emphasizes the importance of clear expectations, inclusive cultures, and support systems like mentorship to help new employees thrive, particularly in hybrid and remote settings. Practical advice on networking, mental health, and viewing challenges as growth opportunities is also discussed to aid in successful acclimatization.

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