So You Got the Job... Now What?

So You Got the Job… Now What? How to Stand Out in Your First 90 Days on the Job

Landing the job is just the beginning. The first 90 days are a crucial window to build trust, prove your value, and set the tone for your entire trajectory at the company. It's your opportunity to show that they made the right hire—without burning yourself out.

Here’s how to stand out (for all the right reasons) in your first three months on the job:

1. Master the Art of Listening and Learning

Your job right now isn’t to impress everyone—it’s to understand everything.

• Ask thoughtful questions about processes, pain points, and priorities.

• Take detailed notes and create a personal onboarding document.

• Observe the culture: how people communicate, make decisions, and measure success.

Pro tip: Make curiosity your superpower.

2. Build Relationships Early

People will remember how you made them feel, not just what you did.

• Schedule 1:1s with your manager, teammates, and key cross-functional partners.

• Learn their roles, goals, and communication preferences.

• Offer help before you’re asked—even if it’s small.

Relationships are currency. Start investing early.

3. Get Clear on Expectations

Success looks different in every role. Don’t guess—clarify.

• Ask your manager what success looks like at 30, 60, and 90 days.

• Align on priorities, KPIs, and how they like to receive updates.

• If you’re unsure about something, ask. Clarity beats perfection.

4. Deliver a Quick Win

Find a small project or problem you can own and solve quickly.

• Look for low-hanging fruit—an outdated doc, a messy process, a small automation.

• It doesn’t have to be flashy—it just has to be helpful.

• Bonus points if it makes someone else’s job easier.

A quick win proves you’re here to contribute, not just coast.

5. Communicate Often and Thoughtfully

No one knows what you're working on unless you share it.

• Provide weekly or biweekly updates to your manager.

• Celebrate team wins publicly and ask for feedback privately.

• Overcommunicate early—it builds trust faster than silence.

6. Stay Humble, Stay Hungry

You don’t need to know everything—you just need to show you’re here to grow.

• Ask for feedback—and act on it.

• Own your mistakes (they will happen!) and share what you learned.

• Bring fresh ideas without assuming you have all the answers.

My Final Thoughts

Your first 90 days aren’t about proving you’re perfect. They’re about proving you care—about learning, growing, and being a valuable part of the team. Show up curious, intentional, and consistent, and you’ll build a reputation that lasts well beyond the onboarding period.

You got the job. Now it’s time to earn it.

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