What to do when you're new : how to be comfortable, confident, and successful in new situations

Acknowledgments -- Success starts with being new -- Nature and nurture: the science of newcomer anxiety -- Power of practice and reflection -- Step 1: introducing yourself -- Step 2: remembering names -- Step 3: asking questions -- Step 4: starting new relationships -- Step 5: performing in new situations -- The extra step: giving back : helping others when they're new -- Get out there and succeed -- Endnotes -- Index.;Have you ever felt nervous in new situations? Reluctant to introduce yourself? Afraid to ask questions? We all have. But if you let those worries stop you, you may miss out on real opportunity. Whether you're changing jobs, joining a group, or moving to a new city, putting yourself out there enriches life and brings rewards. What to Do When You're New combines the author's research with that of leading scientists to explain why we are so uneasy in new situations-and how we can learn to become more confident and successful newcomers. With practice, anyone can get better at being new. This original book opens your eyes to the necessary skills and teaches you how to: Overcome fearsMake great first impressionsTalk to strangers with easeGet up to speed quicklyConnect with people wherever you goBlending stories and insights with simple techniques and exercises, this one-of-a-kind guide will get you out of your comfort zone and trying new things in no time. Whether you’re changing jobs, joining a group, or moving to a new city, putting yourself out there in new situations is no picnic. Being forced to introduce yourself . . . Having to ask questions among strangers . . . Learning expectations of those around you--it’s not fun for anyone! But when we let our worries stop us from getting familiar with our surroundings and learning the dos and don’ts of our new environment, we seriously hinder our progress, our joy, and the many exciting opportunities that await us.What to Do When You're New combines the author's research and firsthand experience from having to adjust to a job transfer to Japan with that of leading scientists to explain why we are so uneasy in new situations--and how we can learn to become more confident and successful newcomers. With practice, anyone can learn the necessary skills to learn how to:• Overcome fears• Make great first impressions• Talk to strangers with ease• Get up to speed quickly• Connect with people wherever you goBlending stories and insights with simple techniques and exercises, this invaluable guide for the introvert will get you out of your comfort zone and trying new things in no time. Blending stories and insights with simple techniques and exercises, this invaluable guide for the introvert will get you out of your comfort zone and trying new things in no time. Whether you're changing jobs, joining a group, or moving to a new city, putting yourself out there in new situations is no picnic. Being forced to introduce yourself, having to ask questions among strangers, learning expectations of those around you—it's not fun for anyone! However, when we let our worries stop us from getting familiar with our surroundings and learning the dos and don'ts of our new environment, we seriously hinder our progress, joy, and the opportunities that await us. In What to Do When You're New, you can discover the necessary skills to learn how to: Overcome fears Make great first impressions Talk to strangers with ease Get up to speed quickly Connect with people wherever you go This book combines the author's research and firsthand experience from having to adjust to a job transfer to Japan with that of leading scientists to explain why we are so uneasy in new situations—and how we can learn to become more confident and successful newcomers. Have you ever felt nervous in new situations? Reluctant to introduce yourself? Afraid to ask questions? We all have. But if you let those worries stop you, you may miss out on real opportunity. Whether you're changing jobs, joining a group, or moving to a new city, putting yourself out there enriches life and brings rewards. "What to Do When You're New "combines the author's research with that of leading scientists to explain why we are so uneasy in new situations--and how we can learn to become more confident and successful newcomers. With practice, anyone can get better at being new. This original book opens your eyes to the necessary skills and teaches you how to: - Overcome fears - Make great first impressions - Talk to strangers with ease - Get up to speed quickly - Connect with people wherever you go Blending stories and insights with simple techniques and exercises, this one-of-a-kind guide will get you out of your comfort zone and trying new things in no time. Don't let your social anxieties cause you to miss out on real opportunity. Learn how to step out of your comfort zone today!