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Hi ladies!
I recently accepted a job offered and finished my first week. I am very excited about this opportunity as this role is a step up and I had been wanting to move forward in my career from "coordinator" roles to "manager". This role involves a lot of analytics which is something I have some experience in, but not a ton to feel confident in what I will be doing. I worry daily if they made a mistake to hire me as I feel like I am going to fail. Does everyone who starts a new job feel scared/not know how they will do it? I feel stupid not knowing much yet. Help!
Dorice Timmons
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09/10/21 at 5:56PM UTC
I feel your pain. I've been here 4 days and feel I'm doubting myself too much.
Maegan, Nike Sales Rep & Career CoachHelping you know your value to get your next job
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05/18/21 at 8:19PM UTC
Hey Michaela,
Congrats on your new job! The good news is, everyone feels this way - especially when starting a new job. It's totally normal for your brain to keep giving you "doubts" because it wants to keep you safe.
If you feel like you dont know much yet, start keeping track of all the things you learn and accomplish week to week. I have my clients do this on Friday afternoons as "Friday Hour Done" it will build and show you how much you are actually learning and doing week to week. It's a sneaky way to build your confidence and belief while also keeping track of your wins for the week. If you want to take this deeper, let's chat! https://calendly.com/maeganmillercoaching/apply
Christina LangdonBringing clarity and joy to women in the C-Suite
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04/14/21 at 7:29PM UTC
Here's an article if you want some additional tactics to help you manage your self-doubt. https://www.christinalangdon.com/post/fear-judgement-comparison
Michaela ClintNew to Baltimore/DC
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04/25/21 at 11:37AM UTC
Thank you for the article!
Christina LangdonBringing clarity and joy to women in the C-Suite
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04/13/21 at 3:09PM UTC
Michaela, most everyone who accepts a new role with growth feels out of their comfort zone to a degree and may question 'if they can'. Growth is where the magic happens. Know that your thoughts are what will create your success. The thoughts around 'did they make a mistake' do not serve you. Choose thoughts that are in service to you...what can I learn today that will allow me to get better at my job. Additionally, when in doubt ask. Ask your boss what the expectations are for you in the first 30 days, 60, 90. Then follow up and ask if you are meeting those expectations. Thoughts + expectations = Success. Good luck.
Michaela ClintNew to Baltimore/DC
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04/25/21 at 11:37AM UTC
I like that idea - to ask my boss what her expectations are for the next few months and to check back in! Thank you!
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Michaela ClintNew to Baltimore/DC
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04/25/21 at 11:36AM UTC
Thanks so much! What an interesting tip - the fail list! I appreciate your suggestion!
