The First Desk
Starting a new job is a huge step. It’s an exciting blend of uncertainty, chance, and newfound knowledge. It’s the place where you start your professional journey, the desk where you sit for the first time, and the project you work on first.
No matter what your goals for your first few days on the job are—getting a feel for the company culture, handling criticism, or making an impression—this series will help you succeed. This is similar to the guidance I would have liked to have received at the beginning. Insightful, straightforward, and packed with doable advice, it will propel you to success.
The job market isn’t always easy to navigate, but every lesson you gain helps. If you’re looking for guidance to turn your first job into a fantastic career, The First Desk is here to help.
Doing the Thing
Sometimes, the hardest step is simply starting. That’s the essence of a sharp little essay by Strangest Loop, aptly titled “Things That Aren’t Doing the Thing.” Here’s the full text, straight from the source: Preparing to do the thing isn’t doing […]
Eat the frog.
Do the hardest thing first. It’s taken me years to make this a daily habit, but on the days I need it most, it’s the only thing that pulls me out of the mental mayhem I put myself into. On […]
Focus
As you step into your first job, you’re entering a world that’s more distracted than ever. Notifications, open office plans, and the constant buzz of activity can make it incredibly hard to focus. The ability to focus deeply is a […]