I’m starting a new job tomorrow and really doubting myself right now... Help for overcoming first day jitters?

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They know you can do it which is why they hired you. Not only that, but you were the best person they saw.

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The good news is you have imposter syndrome which means you probably are the real deal who knows working hard is the only way to greatness. The bad news is imposter syndrome feels terrible. As long as you remember it doesn’t mean that you ARE terrible, you’ll be fine.

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Yo, OP. It’s pretty simple, especially if it’s one of those open layout situations. Just walk up to the biggest, baddest MFer in the joint and jack them right in the face. And when they hit the concrete, turn to everyone looking on and...

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Oh boy. Um - just forget what I said there and just smile and be super positive and try to remember peoples’ names they’ll like that and the first day is pretty much a ton of paperwork anyway good luck.

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Avoid coffee. The caffeine will just make it worse. Have an awesome first day !

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Don’t worry. You are but 1 of 7.6 Billion people

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Everyone there is super excited to meet you, know you, work with you and be impressed by you. We’re just as excited as you :)

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Get so busy that you wouldnt have time to worry about it

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