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Settling in to a new job

Starting a new job can be extremely stressful, but your employer should have an effective induction programme in place to address your anxieties about understanding new procedures, getting to know colleagues and taking on any new responsibilities. The length and format of your induction process will depend on the complexity of your new job and your background, so newcomers to the sector and senior managers, for example, can expect to undergo a more detailed induction process.

The length and format of your induction process will depend on the complexity of your new job and your background, so newcomers to the sector and senior managers, for example, can expect to undergo a more detailed induction process.

It is a good idea to ask about the induction process at your interview, so that you can be sure you will receive all the support that you need to help you settle in.

According to the Recruitment, Retention and Labour Turnover Survey, 2006, carried out by the Chartered Institute of Personnel, 19 per cent of people leaving their jobs had less than six months' service. One of the main reasons for employees moving on so quickly is that their employers never made clear the workings of the organisation and the employee's role within it.

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