Worthwhile lists Five Tips for Thriving in Your New Job. They’re pretty good, I think: mostly based around relationships and the softer side of work.

  1. Put all the expectations on the table
  2. Identify a relatively simple problem and fix it within the first 90 days
  3. Make yourself invaluable
  4. Fit into the firm’s culture
  5. New hires must establish credibility while sharing credit