I started a new job about five weeks ago. The girls in the office tell me that I'm doing really well, but sometimes I feel like my manager and my boss don't feel the same way. I might be paranoid but I think they say things about how I'm doing things wrong. They new when I was hired I have no experience in the field but I'm trying really hard to learn everything I need to know. What I need to know is would it be inappropriate for me to sit down with my manager and ask her how she thinks things are going. I'm on a three month probationary period and I really want to keep this job. I don't want to offend anyone and I want to look like I'm trying to take real initiative. Help?
2006-11-02 10:06:40 · 7 answers · asked by Heather D 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
You are completely right, you should sit down and have a talk with your manager, its the only way to sort the situation out. It won't make you look bad, if anything it will make you look more proactive by dealing with the situation and getting to the bottom of the problem.
They obviously think you can handle the responsibility of the job without previous experience or they wouldn't have hired you.
Ask them if there's any extra training you can go on to improve your skills/knowledge.
If you're already trying your best at this job they will see that and you're obviously showing that you're committed by learning everything you need to know so I think that talking to them about it is definitely the right route.
Good luck, I'm sure you'll be fine.
2006-11-02 10:14:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are halfway through your probationary period so now is a perfect time to consult with your supervisor regarding your progress. Go in with some notes of your own, difficulties you're having, areas you think you've done well. But be prepared to hear some serious suggestions and be willing to listen.
Some managers don't want to be bothered to "update" a new employee so making the effort on your part is good. You need to recognize your own strengths and weaknesses.
Good luck
2006-11-02 10:11:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-01 06:16:49 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you could ask your higher-ups, "What\How can I do to be better at my new job?"
If you're not comfortable with directly asking your manager\boss this trying asking someone else while your manager\boss is within earshot; they'll hear that you want to better yourself, and this'll reflect well on you.
2006-11-02 10:15:26 · answer #4 · answered by pinduck85 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it shows great initiative to sit down and ask how you're doing. Just let her know what the meeting is about before hand so she can prepare. Just ask to meet to go over your progress.
2006-11-02 10:09:55 · answer #5 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok. i've been in your position before. after a month working there ask to have a one on one with your manager. ( WHENEVER its convenient for HER) and then sit down and just ask
" i know i've only been working here for a month, but i want to know how im doing and if im doing anything wrong. i really love working here and i feel i can learn a lot from you and my co workers so please dont be afraid to let me know if im doing something wrong. i really want to succeed.
thats showing her that you reallllly want to do good and you arent afraid to get reprimended.
2006-11-02 10:17:08 · answer #6 · answered by bar22bie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my view you don't talk to anyone (especially your manager) about your performance. When you know you are doing your best there is no reason to doubt your abilities. They knew when they hired you that you are from a different field.
GOOD LUCK !!!! Do your best and I'm sure you will be fine.
2006-11-02 10:12:57 · answer #7 · answered by Dan 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋