And you must form a whole new social network to replace the one you left behind. While you may feel stupid for forgetting where the mail room is or having to be reminded of procedural details several times, no one else expects you to perform perfectly the first weeks on the job. Give yourself time to learn the ropes. Meanwhile, be systematic about studying the new territory, walking yourself through your new workplace and job routine to get a clear mental picture of the layout. Build a Network Workplace relationships are like a second family to many workers.
Most people find working among strangers stressful and threatening.
Though you may be mourning the loss of your old workplace friendships, avoid making the mistake of spending large amounts of your free time with former coworkers. Instead, take every opportunity to build relationships in your new company. Socialize during lunch and breaks, at least for the first few weeks, even if you prefer to eat alone. Try to make a wide variety of acquaintances. Make Yourself At Home As soon as possible, move the favorite pictures, plants and other items from your old workplace to the new.