I get the idea that these things - thing actually - it is also called initiative - really can be said about any fairly flexible job and position.
I know a carpenter who is looking for the same thing when he hires or subcontracts.
How to Make an Impact During the First Month of Your Startup Job
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Re: How to Make an Impact During the First Month of Your Startup Job
#12I'm just going to throw this out there, but I think this list is BS. There's really only two bullet points you need: 1. Get things done. 2. Make sure people know you're getting things done. ...and not necessarily in that order either. Being labeled "impractical" is the kiss of death in a startup. Do those things, and most successful startups won't care about the other bullet points.
I appreciate a new employee making suggestions as to how we can streamline processes, make documentation better, get up later and do the same amount of work.. don't underestimate how valuable it is to have a fresh pair of eyes.
I would argue that they fall under "getting things done". Because they do help people get things done, right? :-)
Re: How to Make an Impact During the First Month of Your Startup Job
#13I'm just going to throw this out there, but I think this list is BS. There's really only two bullet points you need: 1. Get things done. 2. Make sure people know you're getting things done. ...and not necessarily in that order either. Being labeled "impractical" is the kiss of death in a startup. Do those things, and most successful startups won't care about the other bullet points.
agreed. though also "3. don't be a jerk/asshole" should be up there, in order to not pollute the culture and make company less attractive/retentive for coworkers.
Fair enough. It is amazing what people are willing to put up with if you meet 1 and 2 though. :-)
Re: How to Make an Impact During the First Month of Your Startup Job
#14I'm just going to throw this out there, but I think this list is BS. There's really only two bullet points you need: 1. Get things done. 2. Make sure people know you're getting things done. ...and not necessarily in that order either. Being labeled "impractical" is the kiss of death in a startup. Do those things, and most successful startups won't care about the other bullet points.
I think the idea of writing down your first impressions for later referral is a very good one. Once you become immersed in the problem domain, you tend to quickly lose that very high-level view that you first had as an outsider.
Re: How to Make an Impact During the First Month of Your Startup Job
#15I just started at my first startup job a few months ago, and agree with a lot of the sentiment in this post. The biggest difference I have noticed: at most companies, a new employee is a body to get done the same work, in the same way, as somebody else. You are defined by how well you execute an already-constructed set of tasks and goals. At a startup, you are valuable if you add a whole new set of opinions and skill…
I disagree a little here. Taking on extra projects and solving problems outside of your remit is certainly great. However, you must also take the time to do the job for which you were hired - very well.
Your X factor value is important but don't leave the company with a hole you were brought in to fill.
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#16Earlier quoted context omitted.
I appreciate a new employee making suggestions as to how we can streamline processes, make documentation better, get up later and do the same amount of work.. don't underestimate how valuable it is to have a fresh pair of eyes.
I would argue that they fall under "getting things done". Because they do help people get things done, right? :-)
I guess you can either have two bullet points and elaborate them quite a bit (because not everything is obvious to everyone) or just make more bullet points like the original. :)
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#17Earlier quoted context omitted.
I would argue that they fall under "getting things done". Because they do help people get things done, right? :-)
I guess you can either have two bullet points and elaborate them quite a bit (because not everything is obvious to everyone) or just make more bullet points like the original. :)
Ask and you shall receive: http://jasonmbaker.com/get-results
...although this probably isn't a ton better. :-)
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#18Earlier quoted context omitted.
I guess you can either have two bullet points and elaborate them quite a bit (because not everything is obvious to everyone) or just make more bullet points like the original. :)
Ask and you shall receive: http://jasonmbaker.com/get-results ...although this probably isn't a ton better. :-)
I do disagree with your 'you can be an asshole %X more if you are getting results'. In fact I would consider being an asshole indicative of not getting results as it can alienate your co-workers (and boss!).