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 David Goggins is a retired US Navy SEAL and former US Air Force TACP member. He completed 60 ultra-marathons, ultra-triathlons, and triathlons. He is a former Guinness World Record holder for most pull-ups done in 24 hours. David Goggins has learned many important lessons over the years that he shared in his book with the title ‘Can’t Hurt Me.’ Can’t Hurt Me evokes the motivation within you to go out there and change your life. This book is honest, raw, and inspiring and talks about 10 challenges. 10 Challenges from Can’t Hurt Me 1st Challenge from Can’t Hurt Me The first challenge of the 10 challenges from Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins is to grab a journal and write down the bad experiences that you have gone through in life in detail. Then, write down the factors that are limiting your growth in the present day. You need to be honest with yourself while writing. 2nd Challenge from Can’t Hurt Me The second challenge from Can’t Hurt Me is to create an “accountab...