Your First Job: Moving from Learning into Working Life
Jacqueline Klemke · 5 min read
A first job opens a new chapter: your own money, new responsibility, new colleagues. Yet many people starting out also experience doubt – am I good enough, is this job right for me?
Imposter feelings
The feeling of not living up to expectations is widespread at the start. It helps to remind yourself: nobody expects you to know everything from day one.
Boundaries and health from the very beginning
When you are new, you want to prove yourself – and often work beyond your own limits. Healthy habits such as breaks, finishing on time and clear communication are an important foundation for long-term wellbeing.
Finding your bearings
In coaching we clarify values, strengths and goals: What motivates you? What do you want to learn? That way your first job becomes a conscious step on your own path.
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