9 Articles to Read if Youre New to Your Job - The Muse

9 Articles to Read if Youre New to Your Job - The Muse9 Articles to Read if Youre New to Your JobBeing the newbie at work is always rough, despite it being something we all go through again and again throughout our careers. On top of learning the day-to-day requirements of your new position and trying to impress your boss, you also have to navigate the intricacies of office politics and making new work friends.Its a lot. And it probably feels a little bit like a whirlwind. So before you dive back into that tornado of newness, here are nine things to read thatll help you navigate this challenging (but temporary) stage in your career. 1. Your Guide to Your First Week on the JobThe perfect way to set yourself up for success if youre about to start that nerve-wracking first week.2. 3 Things Youre Overthinking at Your New Job (and 3 Things Youre Not Thinking About Enough)To help make sense of all of those nerves, here are a few things youre probably overthinking (and how to stop).3. Ask a Career Coach How Do I Make My fruchtfleisch When Im New at Work?We all want to make a great impression (and prove that we were the right choice) in the first few weeks after starting. Our resident career coach shares how to do just that.4. 3 Basic Mistakes You Cant Blame on the Fact That Youre the New PersonMaking mistakes because youre just starting is expected. But you cant really blame these three on being the new kid in town.5. Excuse Me, Silly Question Here- But What Exactly Is a 401K?Yes, you should be thinking of your savings starting from day one of that new job And yes, youre not the only adult out there who needs this refresher.6. How to Ask for Time Off at Your New Job (the Right Way)If youre too scared to put in a vacation request for that family wedding coming up (because you just got to this job What will your boss think?), thisll help curb those worries. 7. The 6 Unwritten Company Rules You Wont Find in the Employee HandbookNo matter how comprehensive your orientatio n is, there are just some things you wont learn about the job and culture in a handbook.8. 5 Impressive Things All Smart People Do When They abflug a New JobFind out how to use the 70/30 rule, as well as four other tricks, to establish yourself as the team all-star. 9. 4 Insane Thoughts Everyone Has When Starting a New Job (and How to Keep Your Crazy in Check)Finally, no matter how excited you are for a position, the first few days are rough. Heres what might be going through your head as you try to adjust.