Everyone celebrates getting a new job. Nobody talks about the first week.
Getting the offer is exciting.
Starting the job?
That's a different story.
The first week usually includes:
- Learning new systems
- Meeting dozens of people
- Trying to remember names
- Wondering if you're doing things correctly
It's exciting and uncomfortable at the same time.
Every new job reminds us what it feels like to be a beginner again.
What's the most awkward thing you've experienced during your first week at a new job?
Posted Jun 12, 2026, 12:51 PM UTC
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