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 Having a goal in life, job, business, or any task is the first and most important step for its success. The modern understanding of Goal setting was given to us by the pioneer researcher, Locke. According to Locke’s Goal setting theory of motivation, the harder and more specific the goal is, the people, work harder to achieve it. In 1990, after tremendous research, Locke and Latham published their book, ‘A theory of Goal setting and task Performance.’ Five Principles of Locke’s Goal Setting Theory of Motivation Locke’s Goal setting theory of motivation talks about the following five goal-setting principles which can be applied to both personal goals and the team’s objectives: 1. Setting Clear Goals: The first principle given by Locke’s goal setting theory of motivation is Setting Clear Goals. He gave the concept of setting ‘SMART’ objectives in which SMART stands for specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. We know what we are trying to achieve when our ...