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 Life is an adventure full of options and decisions. External circumstances may appear to have a grasp on our life at times, but each of us possesses the ability to determine our own destiny. Based on the internal locus of control concept, the Locus Rule empowers us to take charge of our lives, embrace personal responsibility, and make our aspirations a reality. This blog will look at the Locus Rule and how it might help us reach our full potential. The Locus Rule Explained The Locus Rule is based on the concept of the locus of control, which is the assumption that we can affect and control the results of our lives. Instead of blaming our success or failure on external forces, the Locus Rule encourages us to take responsibility for our actions, decisions, and mindset. Accepting Personal Responsibility Accepting personal responsibility for our life is the first step towards living by the Locus Rule. It entails taking that, regardless of our circumstances, we have the ability...