When onboarding in a new position, it's natural to want to set goals for making a positive impact and proving your worth. Yet, it's impossible to make an impact without first learning how to do the job and why they do things the way they do. Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills by mapping out your approach to entering a new work environment, asking questions, and introducing yourself and your work style to your teams while building relationships and asking questions. Explain that once you are familiar with their landscape, you hope to start by introducing some initial, easily-adapted plans to make an impact.