Transitions are Not for Sucks
Every year about 25% of managers change jobs. Some promoted up, some sideways and some transitioning into new companies. Virtually no one plans a transition strategy and as such, 75% of transitions...
View ArticleTransitions – Introduction Part 1
Burning the Ladder The act of being promoted is accompanied with the ceremonial rung burning. There’s no going back down the ladder. Similarly, crossing the bridge from one company to another results...
View ArticleWhat did I step into?
Transitions – Introduction Part 2 The 1st pain point of transitions is at the intersection between your new situation and your strengths and vulnerabilities While it’s easy and typical to blame...
View ArticleOn your mark, get set, Transition!
If you’ve read Blink you will know that people will construct first impressions of you very quickly, around 2 seconds according to Blink’s author Malcolm Gladwell. While you’ve got more than 2 seconds...
View ArticleThe Right Stuff
Learn the right stuff at the right time Learning time is a precious commodity in a new job. From day one, like most in a new position, you’ll want to start contributing. People will be pressuring you...
View ArticleCultureWars
Begin to grasp the culture We all try to figure out the culture of a new organization before joining, but I doubt many make culture a decision factor when weighing the merits of a new opportunity....
View ArticleLights, Camera, Action your Transition!
Action your learning plan Learning starts before you begin with the new firm or in the new role. Your personal meter should be running from the moment you learn you’ve got the job. There a number of...
View ArticleCompany may not appear exactly as shown
What bill of goods have you just been sold? They said the company is 15-years old, yet you’re discovering it to be very immature. You’ve discovered there are few standard documented processes,...
View ArticleFramework for Early Wins
By the end of your first 90 days, those who hired you, those who work beside you, and those that work for you want more than a sense of satisfaction, they want to know this change (you) is going to be...
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