When there is a new co-worker/employee, who should be the first to initiate breaking the ice...the current co-workers or the newbie?
My opinion, the current co-workers. I never really questioned this untill I got my new job last November and I thought this was an interesting question.
Thanks for your input! :)
2007-02-25 13:09:19 · 6 answers · asked by inquisitive_grl 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
The coworkers should welcome the newbie & make them feel at home since they are usually a little nervous because they don't know anyone yet.
2007-02-25 13:22:11 · answer #1 · answered by mstrywmn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always the Supervisor should break the ice. Remember in school if you were the new student or there was a new student and the teacher would introduce the new student to the class. Then the current co-workers are required to make the "newbie" feel welcome.
2007-02-25 13:26:18 · answer #2 · answered by meretta1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The current co-workers. The newbie is probably struggling to learn her new job and how to navigate her new workplace. It would be kind for her co-workers to be as friendly as possible.
2007-02-25 15:07:53 · answer #3 · answered by Sandy Lou 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why nottake the initiative and break the ice yourself? Besides,the new guy buys breakfast tacos for everybody,lol.
2007-02-25 15:07:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always introduce myself at least. Put yourself in their shoes and imagine how you would feel not knowing anyone at a new job.
2007-02-25 14:18:05 · answer #5 · answered by Mo the Great 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The coworkers. Anytime you have an "outsider" the "insiders" should reach out and make that person feel welcome.
2007-02-25 13:18:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋