Are you starting a new job with us here at Fidelity? Or hope to start a new role at some point in the near future? Here are our 5 tips for success when starting a new job to help you begin successfully:
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you hear something confusing, ask somebody what the term means the moment you hear it. Find a peer buddy that you trust and feel comfortable enough with to ask advice and questions.
- Be curious and take advantage of learning opportunities. Learn from everyone and every experience, gather knowledge along the way, and apply it to your future endeavors. A difficult situation or problem can provide helpful lessons for the future.
- Seek out feedback and advice. While you do not need to act on every piece of advice, at least think about it, even the “tougher”, more constructive kind. Finding people that are willing to put the time in and give you constructive criticism is key to improving yourself and your performance in your new job.
- Work collaboratively across the company. Understand the mission of the company and how each of the business units contribute to it. Your decisions may feel isolated, but it is critical to collaborate and communicate across units so that the entire company thrives.
- Keep an open mind. You will thrive in your job if you are open to learning. It is okay to explore a career path different from your major, as long as you are enthusiastic, confident in your abilities, and willing and ready to learn.
