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90-Day Plan for a New Role

“90-Day Plan for a New Role” is a short 50-minute practice from Zayenha Practice in the Administrative domain. Three phases: learn (30), diagnose (60), first win (90). It draws on The First 90 Days. You can read its goal and first step for free; the full practice with every step and the interactive part comes with Plus.

Three phases: learn (30), diagnose (60), first win (90).

50 min Advanced

Goal

Engineer a clear inflection point in the first 90 days so you don't float indefinitely.

Steps

1

Days 1-30: learn. 7 listening meetings, zero major decisions.

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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.

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 platform.

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