Transitions MGMT 490

Differences Work Environment Evaluation Independence Bosses

Work Clear Goals Fuzzy Structured waysUnstructured ways College Business Develop person Achieve system goals Correct AnswersFew Correct Answers Acquire knowledge Use knowledge

Environment College Business Certainty Uncertainty Low support High support Varied rhythm Marathon rhythm Long term Short term Few changes Frequent changes

Evaluation College Business Feedback frequent Infrequent High Performance Varied performance Individual performance Team Performance

Independence College Business Set one’s schedule Little control Lots of fun time Less fun time Conform to normsIndependence of ideas

Bosses College Profs. Business Boss Impart knowledge Get things done Help you develop Counsel, advise, listen Help the boss You provide, info, Ask questions Take orders

Why Worry ?  If you operate as a student you will fail at work  company is watching to see if they made the right decision about hiring you  First impressions are lasting  Poor transition can be stressful and lead to life dissatisfaction

Making the Transition Three Stages Ending Interim New Beginning

Adapting to Work Productivity Acceptance Respect Credibility

Organizational Entry Introduction of new employee to organization and job. - Formal - Informal (swim or sink)

Why is orientation important? Long-term commitment more likely 69% of new employees remain after 3 years

Goals of Orientation To communicate culture To improve hiring and turnover To speed up initiation process To prevent misunderstandings To achieve long-term benefits

Entry Stages CommItCommIt HI Lo Time PE Initiate Adapt Exit

The First Day First impressions are often the last impressions Good first impressions –Be prepared –Be friendly –Be humble –Be ready to learn

Early Experiences  Emotional  Slow and routine  Sink or swim  Overload  You’re tired