From the course: Mistakes You Should Avoid at Work
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Taking on too much too soon
From the course: Mistakes You Should Avoid at Work
Taking on too much too soon
- If you're a hard worker, anxious to make a good first impression, and eager to make an impact, it can be tempting to say yes to everything that crosses your desk. While it's important to get into the swing of things as quickly as possible, and be open to learning as much as you can, be careful to avoid the common mistake of taking on too much, too soon. Don't underestimate the amount of time it will take to learn new systems, jargon, acronyms, and company culture. All of these things will impact your early productivity on a new team. It's better to take on less and ensure that you're really knocking it out of the park early, then take on too much and immediately feel under pressure. And also another pro-tip for the things that you do take on, keep an eye out for the things that will have maximum impact or elevate your visibility in your company. Don't just take on work to be busy. Be helpful, but also be strategic.
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