16 THE FIRST 90 DAYS
hours of preentry planning can go a long way. Begin by think-
ing about your first day in the new job. What do you want to do
by the end of that day? Then move to the first week. Then focus
on the end of the first month, the second month, and finally the
three-month mark. These plans will be sketchy, but the simple act
of beginning to plan will help clear your head.
Hitting the Ground Running
This book is for new leaders at all levels, from first-time manag-
ers to CEOs. The fundamental principles of effective transition
acceleration hold up well across all levels. Every new leader needs
to quickly become familiar with the new organization, secure
early wins, and build supportive coalitions. That’s why this book
provides guidelines ...