It has been a month since I started a new job as an Account Manager, I worked in Sales for 3 years before.

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July 18,2022 at 12:03AM UTC

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It has been a month since I started a new job as an Account Manager, I worked in Sales for 3 years before. This first month has been overwhelming, I feel like I know nothing and this is causing me anxiety. I was an excellent worker in my previous jobs. How long does it normally take for a worker to start feeling confident at new position? How long do companies wait for a new employee to start performing properly?

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AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 4:49AM UTC
It’s up to you to determine how quickly you learn. Those who become fully aware of all the smes and figure out their go tos and are proactive in asking questions until it makes sense tend to be the quickest learners. Try that if you have not already
AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 4:18PM UTC
Yes, I have been asking tons of questions ... I just do not want to look silly in front of my upper managers.
AnonymousJuly 19,2022 at 12:55AM UTC
For only being a month in sometimes it can rake 6 months to feel fully confident, it seems you are already on track. Keep taking the right steps you are already taking and keep shining. At the end of the day we are are all human beings.
AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 5:13AM UTC
I would give it 90 days to get a sense of job dynamics and 6 months to really get a handle and feeling of comfort with the job.
AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 4:15PM UTC
I appreciate your insights!!!
I guess I am was just very used to my old tasks that new things are getting me stressed out. any advice on how to speed up the learning curve?
Maegan, Nike Sales Rep & Career CoachJuly 19,2022 at 12:46PM UTC
I would say 90 days to learn your responsibilities, and 6 months to feel full confident in what you're doing is "typical"
however, you can start feeling confident right now in what you are learning and the value you bring to your new role. I can help you start feeling and showing up confident NOW (without the anxiety) , while you learn and excel in your new role! Here's my link for a free consult call https://maeganmillercoaching.as.me/consultcall .
You got this girl!