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CareerJob Onboarding
#RI-6aed597a·about 1 month ago·
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Lookback: several weeks

“Joined a consultancy with unrealistic workload”

Put on a project immediately with no time to onboard, leading to a shaky client meeting

What I wish I knew
"Assess project needs before starting"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate with superiors and request more resources"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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