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 Polgar sisters are three Hungarian women who achieved remarkable success in chess. Susan, Sofia, and Judit are known for their incredible success in chess. Their father, Laszlo Polgar, believed in the theory of dedicated practice and used it to train his daughters to become world-class chess players. This theory suggests that anyone can achieve mastery in a particular field with enough time and effort. The Polgar sisters' story is a testament to the effectiveness of this theory. Their story has attracted worldwide attention. They were homeschooled by their father, Laszlo Polgar, who believed that any child could achieve extraordinary success in any field with dedicated practice. The Polgar sisters' story is often cited as an example of the power of true course and the role of parental influence in child development. Polgar's Theory and the Inspiring Polgar Sisters' Experiment Laszlo Polgar was a Hungarian educational psychologist who strongly believed i...