It is natural to want to prove yourself and start contributing immediately when hired into a new position. However, this is the time to exhibit your soft skills, such as building work relationships with your new teams. The people you will be working closely with haven't had a chance to interview you, and some may be wary of anyone new. They've helped build or contributed to building out their systems and operations and likely take pride in what they've helped build. To contribute, you must learn from your teams and respect what has come before you. Learn who each member of the team is, and share who you are and what you have to offer with humility and transparency. Tap into their knowledge, and build trust. Remember, togetherness is at the heart of the IKEA culture. "We are strongest when we trust each other, pull in the same direction, and have fun together."
