"After weeks (or months) of applying and interviewing for jobs, you finally land the role made for you. It's a moment of celebration and relief-this feels like the finish line. But what happens if, mere days after starting, you think: Did I just make a huge mistake? Maybe the job description was misleading, maybe the culture feels off, or maybe you just can't shake the sense that you simply made the wrong move. Should you immediately look for the exit? Or is it possible to turn things around and make the role work?"
"If your new role seems unclear, overwhelming, or if you're unsure how to execute your tasks, it might be time to seek clarity from your manager. Still, even if your manager thinks they're telling you everything, there are times they've been in their role for so long they don't necessarily remember what it feels like to be a new employee, Mann explains. Taking initiative to fill those gaps is far more effective than throwing in the towel and thinking, "No one told me, I'm lost. I give up.""
Early job regret often appears soon after starting and can stem from unclear tasks, mismatched culture, or poor fit with colleagues. Reflecting on specific feelings helps determine whether the issue is temporary, solvable, or a deeper mismatch. Seeking clarity from a manager can resolve uncertainty about responsibilities, while recognizing that managers may forget what it feels like to be new encourages proactive communication. Taking initiative to fill information gaps and being transparent about struggles allows managers to provide support. Clear requests and collaborative problem-solving can turn an uncertain start into a workable role before choosing to exit.
Read at Fast Company
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