Ask HN: Things to do/don't in the first week and the first month in a new job?

Re:Ask HN: Things to do/don't in the first week and the firs... by AnimalMuppet on Monday June 14, 2021 @03:09PM (#27506851)

Listen. A lot. Even if you think something they're doing is stupid, keep listening. Don't rush to judgment.

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Re:Ask HN: Things to do/don't in the first week and the firs... by giantg2 on Monday June 14, 2021 @04:48PM (#27508111)

I agree, but also don't be afraid to voice new ideas.

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Re:Ask HN: Things to do/don't in the first week and the firs... by AnimalMuppet on Monday June 14, 2021 @07:12PM (#27509548)

Sure. But in the first six months or so, be more humble in how you voice them. Not "We should do this!" Instead, "Maybe we could look at doing it this way..."

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Re:Ask HN: Things to do/don't in the first week and the firs... by giantg2 on Monday June 14, 2021 @07:46PM (#27509808)

I think it's always good to voice then humbly. Just because some has been on a project for years and is an expert doesn't mean they know everything and should be an ass about their delivery.

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