I'm now in my third year at my new job. Here are some things I've noticed since my work environment changed

Hello. I'm Miyoshi, the recruiter.

This July marked two full years since I joined Beyond, and I've now entered my third year.
I'm constantly surprised at how quickly time flies...

This time, I'd like to reflect on my experience of changing jobs, not as a recruiter, but as an employee

Many people who are considering changing jobs worry about things like, "Will I be able to adapt to the new environment?" and "Will I be able to do the job properly?"
I felt exactly the same way myself (;´･ω･)

Looking back now, I realize I didn't do anything particularly special, but there are things I'm glad I kept in mind.
I hope this will be helpful to others who are also about to take on new challenges in a new environment.

Precisely because you're inexperienced, don't leave things you don't understand unresolved

When I joined Beyond at the age of 25, it was already my third company

When considering a career change, some people may feel anxious, wondering, "What am I capable of?" or "Will I be able to make use of my past experience?"

At the time, I hadn't gained much experience at one company, and I didn't have any particular strengths.
So, I felt like I had nothing to offer compared to other people my age who were changing jobs, and I often stumbled over even the most basic things.

However, since I decided to change jobs, all I could do was gradually increase the things I could do.
Even after joining the company, rather than doing anything special, I think I spent each day learning the tasks in front of me one by one.

First, "give it a try."

When I first joined the company, there were many tasks I was experiencing for the first time, and to be honest, there were some that I felt I might not be good at.
However, I put my feelings aside for the moment and just answered "I'll do it."
It's my job, so doing it is a given, and there's no option to not do it. Also, just as you can't know the taste of something until you try it, I thought I wouldn't know if it suited me until I tried it.

When you actually try it, you might find that it's not as difficult as you thought, and the opposite is also true

These are basic things, but by gradually accumulating experience in this way, I think I've started to see what I'm lacking and what I need to learn next.
Looking back, I think what was important to mewasn't not being afraid, but rather trying things out even when I was scared.

Learn what you don't know, one step at a time

When I first joined the company, there were many things I didn't understand, such as IT industry terminology and how work is done.
Especially in an industry or job type I had no experience in, I sometimes found myself in a state where I didn't even know what I didn't know.

Therefore, I decided to pursue certifications in order to deepen my understanding of IT and to be able to understand the terminology and concepts that come up in the company and in my work. Of course, just
because I obtained certifications doesn't mean I understand everything. However,by gradually increasing the number of words and systems I know through studying, I've found it easier to understand conversations than before.

This applies not only to technical terms but to everything: the way you interpret something changes depending on whether you're completely unfamiliar with it or have heard it before. If you don't know something, I think it's important to try to learn about it little by little

I prepare for things I'm not good at in my own way

As I perform my job, I have opportunities to recognize my own strengths and weaknesses.
I'm not very good at responding to sudden questions or unexpected situations, such as during company information sessions. The more I think "I have to say the right thing," the more I sometimes get stuck for words.

Therefore, I started reviewing feedback I'd received in the past and questions frequently asked by students, making notes of questions I struggled to answer or things that were difficult to explain, so that I could organize how to answer the same questions the next time. I
keep these notes prepared as a kind of lucky charm to refer to when I'm in a bind, so that I can use them to improve my next response.

Furthermore, in recruitment work, I have many opportunities to interact not only with students and applicants, but also with members of the company.
Through these interactions, I've come to realize that considering what the other person is looking for and communicating it accordingly is also an important aspect of communication.
Of course, there is some information that is common to all, but what each person wants to know differs slightly, so I try to tailor my communication as much as possible to each individual.

However, even now, I still hold internal self-reflection sessions, thinking things like, "I should have organized and shared the information in this way," or "It might have been easier to understand if I had included this information as well," and I try to think about what I could do differently next time

Rather than trying to eliminate your weaknesses,it's important to find your own way of dealing with them.

Three elements of a comfortable work environment

An environment where it's easy to talk to someone

I've come to realize the importance of not only the job content but also "the environment in which you work."
Before changing jobs, I was concerned not only about the job content but also about whether I would be able to build relationships with people in my new workplace.

However, once I actually joined the company,an environment where it was easy to ask questions about things I didn't understand, and where there were people around to consult when I was in trouble.
In particular, having many members of the same age group is one of the things that makes me feel at ease. Because we are close in age, it is easy to consult with each other, and I am very grateful for the environment where we can work together and help each other out.
(When I first joined the company, I was sending out SOS signals over trivial things (;'∀'))

An environment where you can make the most of your individuality and strengths

I believe that learning new things and updating oneself are important in the workplace. On the other hand, I also feel it's important to be able to work in a way that makes the most of one's inherent personality and strengths

Because everyone has different strengths and weaknesses, one of the advantages of working in a team is being able to leverage each other's strengths and compensate for each other's shortcomings to move the work forward

I believe one of the company's strengths is that it offers an environment where you can learn new things, expand your capabilities, and leverage your existing strengths.

Furthermore, the availability of various systems and flexible work styles means that I have the option to continue working while also valuing my personal life, which is one of the attractive aspects I've realized since joining the company

An environment where your daily efforts are recognized

Another thing I like about Beyond isthere are people who see and appreciate your daily efforts.

At work, it's not just big achievements that are recognized, but also the small steps you take and the ingenuity you put in.
I still have a lot to reflect on and many challenges to overcome, but I think having such an environment allows me to approach my work with a positive attitude.

When looking for a new job, many people consider companies from various perspectives, such as job content, systems, and interpersonal relationships. I myself thought about many things before joining a company, but there were many things I only realized after actually working there. That's why I think it's important to consider not only the job posting and website, but also whether you can imagine yourself working in that environment, through information sessions and interviews

summary

I believe that changing jobs or trying a new environment comes with both excitement and anxiety

When I first changed jobs, I was worried about whether I would be able to be of any real use.
However, once I actually started working in a new environment, I found many opportunities to utilize my previous experience and many new things to learn.

I think it's difficult to do everything perfectly from the start. That's why I've come to realize again that it's important to gradually learn what you don't know and increase what you can do one step at a time.
I also think that you can only really understand how well you fit in with an environment by actually jumping in.

I hope this article will be of some help to anyone considering changing jobs or taking on a new challenge in a new environment

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