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5 tips for starting a new job

Feb 8, 2024
Elainy Mata, host of the HBR podcast New Here, gives advice on excelling in a new job. Topics covered include workplace culture, navigating office etiquette, asking for a raise, owning mistakes, and main takeaways on starting a new job.
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  • Observe and listen to the workplace culture, learn from experienced colleagues, and adapt communication style to boss's preferences.
  • Reframe the relationship with a difficult boss as a two-way dynamic, understand their motivations, and consider values alignment.

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Thriving in a New Job

In this episode, the host discusses how to thrive in a new job with special guest Elaine Imata, the host of the podcast 'New Here' from Harvard Business Review. The episode explores questions that arise when starting a new job, such as asking for a raise, handling mistakes, and dealing with a difficult boss. Listeners are encouraged to observe and listen to the workplace culture, learn from experienced colleagues, and adapt their communication style to their boss's preferences. The importance of learning office rules, developing soft skills, and creating positive working relationships is emphasized.

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