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ENTERING THE ORGANIZATION

You make a first impression only one time.
—Source unknown

I have climbed to the top of the greasy pole!
—Benjamin Disraeli

A major objective in establishing yourself in your new leadership
assignment is to effectively enter the organization. You will need to
accomplish the following:

■ Meet all the people who work for you as well as new colleagues
outside your function.
■ Make good first impressions.
■ Work well with your boss.
■ Begin figuring out what you are supposed to do in this job and
what your job really is.
■ Be an advocate for your people.
■ Build expectations and hope.
■ Begin to increase or sustain the confidence of your people
through your style and approach.

In this chapter, there is useful information about the following:
■ The first meetings with your staff
■ Establishing ground rules and communication with your boss
about the transition process

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