Your first week isn’t about making your mark.
The pressure to prove yourself immediately is overwhelming. But week one isn’t about demonstrating competence through action—it’s about building the foundation to act effectively later. Jumping in too fast creates problems you don’t yet have context to understand.
Take Action: Write down three changes you’re tempted to make this week. Next to each, write: “What don’t I know yet about this?” Notice what gaps exist.

