Recent graduates and new hires are sharing their experiences and tips for successfully adjusting to new jobs. Sarisha Ganesan, who started a remote graduate marketing role last month after graduating in June, emphasised the importance of communicating with managers and teams about tasks and workload. She noted the collaborative environment was a change from university's independent style.
Oliver Walker, who began a graduate role in social media campaigns shortly after graduating in May, focused on continuous learning and development. He initiated six-month check-ins with his manager to ensure he was meeting goals and actively sought opportunities to interact with colleagues.
Chinaza Eke, a third-year student who completed an eight-week civil service internship, initially hesitated to ask for help but soon realised it was expected. She advises asking for guidance sooner rather than later, highlighting that it can lead to valuable connections. Elijah Amoako, who recently started a role managing industry relations, stressed the importance of arriving curious and building relationships beyond the immediate team to expose oneself to more opportunities.
Lizzie Crowley, a senior policy adviser at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, also noted the importance of preparing the basics before starting a new job.