I’m starting a new job with a different type of work that I’m not really familiar with. The partner already told me he found the opportunity I’ll be staffed on but my start date is in a few weeks. He told me to reach out for any questions and was very friendly. I’m thinking on reaching out to ask a little more about the project to prepare ahead and do research on the topic (without divulging any confidential info). Do you think this will look as if I’m excited for the role or very weird and sus?

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Why would trying to prepare for your project be sus? You’re overthinking this my friend

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Alright, thanks for the help

Definitely do this. It shows you are proactive and interested.

I did this before joining, and the background context was helpful for me to come in as prepared as possible and hit the ground running.

I also requested to be connected with the top leads on the team, and we scheduled introductory calls before I joined so I could become familiar with their work, experience, team dynamics, advice, etc. This was extremely helpful in building rapport early on and gaining valuable insights and training.

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Thanks, I’ll do it then!

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Conduct your due diligence. You don't want to sound like an idiot because you're too timid to ask for materials to review in advance.

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