Introduction When you join a new company, someone will probably tell you, “Don’t worry. Just take some time to settle in.” It sounds like good advice. After all, starting a new job can be overwhelming. There are new people, processes, systems, expectations, and ways of working. Naturally, you need time to understand your surroundings. But there is a problem with the “settle in” mindset. If you spend your first few months simply waiting to feel comfortable, you may lose the most valuable period of your transition. Your first 90 days are not just a period for settling in. They are a period for learning, building relationships, creating credibility, and understanding how you can make an impact. Why “Just Settle In” Can Hold You Back When people are told to settle in, they often become passive. They attend meetings, complete assigned tasks, observe what others are doing, and wait for someone to tell them what they should focus on. There is nothing wrong with observing. In ...
Introduction The hedgehog concept is rooted in a Greek parable that says, “The fox knows many things but the hedgehog knows one BIG thing”. In the parable, the fox tries to catch a hedgehog by applying different strategies and techniques but somehow always fails in every attempt and the hedgehog escapes. Do you know why? Because the focus of the fox is distributed in different strategies and techniques but the focus of the hedgehog is on only one thing, to defend himself. Inspired by this concept, business researcher and consultant “Jim Collins” wrote a book called “Good to Great” in which he shares how individuals and businesses can use the hedgehog concept and achieve whatever they want in life. Every business or even individual needs to have one goal and put all their attention, resources, and attention towards that one goal. Through this, it’s definite that you will grow and will be able to achieve the things you want. How To Apply The Hedgehog Concept? As we have a better understan...