How to on-board yourself when you join a new team
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How to on-board yourself when you join a new team Many startups don’t have a formal on-boarding process, yet you're expected to start contributing on your first week. Here's how to set yourself up for success. Wes Kao Oct 18, 2023 77 23 4 Share Wtf is going on in this picture? Half of it doesn’t make sense but also it kind of captures what it’s like starting a new job. Image: Midjourney 👋 Hey, it’s Wes . Welcome to my weekly newsletter where I share advice for becoming a sharper marketer, operator, and builder. I heard your feedback, and I’m excited to announce I’ve added referral rewards. Wh
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