Starting out in a new job can feel awkward. Even if you have effective onboarding, you might not be sure what to say, who to talk to, or how to figure out what you need to know. And you’re not alone; most people feel uncomfortable the first few days, weeks, or even months at a new gig. Here are some ways to ease into the transition. Make an effort to get to know your new colleagues — even if you’re anxious about making a first impression. Chances are you’re overthinking how they’re perceiving you in the early days (in other words, they’re not judging you as harshly as you think). Be proactive about getting together with colleagues for coffee or one-on-one meetings to find common ground. A few solid relationships can make your new workplace start to feel like home. Also, focus on learning the organization’s language. See if a colleague can put together a cheat sheet for you of commonly used acronyms and phrases used around the company, and ask permission to reach out when a new phrase comes up that you don’t know. And crucially, remember that it takes time to get adjusted to a new environment and that everyone else was new at one point too. The more you put yourself out there and invest early in relationships, even if it’s awkward, the sooner you’ll feel like you’ve been there forever.