Stage 7 · Lesson 1 of 7
Getting through probation
Most first jobs start with a , often three to six months. During it, either side can end the job with shorter notice. At the end, you are usually confirmed in writing.
In your first weeks, ask your manager how probation is judged, who decides and when. Check in on it every month, rather than assuming no news is good news. Your , and are your evidence.
If your manager raises a concern, ask for specific examples and what good would look like, then act on it quickly.
Common trapdiscovering in the last week that you were not meeting an expectation nobody wrote down.
A question to check yourself, an AI practice session and 1 cheat sheet entry come when you add the roadmap to your account. Add it
Resources for this stage
Start with· follow one of these
- GuideFreeMental Health at Work (WHO fact sheet)
World Health Organization
A calm, global summary of work-related stress and what employers and workers can do
- GuideFreeGitLab's Guide to All-Remote
GitLab
Detailed guidance on remote etiquette, async habits and boundaries from an all-remote company
Keep handy
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