Start Strong with a 30-60-90 Day Plan
You landed the role. The email signature is official. But now what?
Starting a new job isn’t just about first impressions—it’s about building trust, adding value, and owning your transition with purpose. Whether you're a first-time manager, an industry switcher, or returning to the workforce, a strong 30-60-90 day plan is your blueprint for success.
The First 30 Days – Listen Loudly. Learn Relentlessly.
Your first month is all about strategic immersion. This isn’t the time to prove everything—it’s the time to observe everything.
Attend with intention: Join meetings. Watch team dynamics. Listen to stakeholder priorities.
Ask sharp questions: Don’t just ask “how”—ask “why.”
Capture insights: Keep a running log of what you’re learning, what’s working, and what’s missing.
Share perspectives: When asked, contribute thoughtfully. Your fresh lens is your power.
Goal: A working recap of what you've learned, key questions to explore, and a pulse check with your manager. Clarity now prevents confusion later.
Days 31–60 – Contribute, Create, Clarify
The fog is lifting. By this point, you're moving from orientation to value creation.
Start shaping your work: Review and revise existing processes or content.
Identify early wins: What can you improve, streamline, or deliver that shows you're dialed in?
Build relationships: Set 1:1s, connect cross-functionally, and get feedback loops going.
Plan ahead: Schedule your 90-day check-in and begin outlining your early contributions.
Goal: Show momentum. Draft tangible goals. Deliver early value. Think like a teammate, act like an owner.
Days 61–90 – Own Your Role. Set the Pace.
This is where you solidify your position. You’ve earned trust—now you sustain it.
Present a 90-day reflection: Outline achievements, learnings, and proposed next steps.
Align expectations: Ensure your role, responsibilities, and growth path are mutually understood.
Build a development plan: What skills, projects, or leadership opportunities can you own next?
Showcase impact: You’re no longer new. You’re the right fit, making the right moves.
🔸 Goal: Establish yourself as a strategic contributor—and build the foundation for long-term success.
Starting strong is about more than “fitting in.” It’s about finding your lane and owning it with clarity, curiosity, and courage.
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