How much training do you think is actually reasonable to expect in your first week? I know every place is different, but I’m curious what others have experienced.

Sometimes it feels like you get a quick walkthrough and then you’re expected to just figure it out, which can be stressful when you’re new. Would love to hear what felt fair and what felt rushed!!

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I would rather have too much training over not enough. So many jobs just expect you to shadow someone who is already overly busy and throw you into the deep end. Give me a whole week or two of training and I'm happy.

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Honestly, same. Proper training makes such a difference, being thrown in never helps anyone.

I like formal training and then continued on the job training. 2 weeks sounds about right to me. I don't need to have everything done for me when I'm getting started, but I do like being able to ask questions and learn from people before I'm completely on my own.

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That sounds like the perfect balance. Support at the start, then easing into it on your own.

Depends on the position. Entry level, one week. Mgmt, two weeks

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Totally agree!

A solid first week should give you enough hands-on training to feel comfortable with the basics and a chance to ask questions without feeling thrown into the deep end. Anything less can definitely feel rushed, so it’s normal to expect a bit more guidance at the start.

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Totally agree. A solid first week sets people up to succeed instead of stressing them out.

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