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90-Day Plan for a New Role
Three phases: learn (30), diagnose (60), first win (90).
Goal
Engineer a clear inflection point in the first 90 days so you don't float indefinitely.
Steps
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Days 1-30: learn. 7 listening meetings, zero major decisions.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You avoid the "first-two-months paralysis" trapping 80% of new hires.
Evidence base
School: The First 90 Days
Founders: Michael Watkins (2003)
Watkins (Harvard Business School) — The First 90 Days (2003, updated 2013) — IMD's standard reference for leadership transitions.
Keywords
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "90-Day Plan for a New Role" take?
This exercise takes about 50 minutes, practiced solo in a Action format.
When will I notice the effect of "90-Day Plan for a New Role"?
You avoid the "first-two-months paralysis" trapping 80% of new hires. In the short term: By day 90, your boss describes you as "gets it and moves".
Is "90-Day Plan for a New Role" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on The First 90 Days (Michael Watkins (2003)). Watkins (Harvard Business School) — The First 90 Days (2003, updated 2013) — IMD's standard reference for leadership transitions.
Is "90-Day Plan for a New Role" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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