Whether you have just been promoted into management or you are taking on a new leadership role, your first 90 days on the job are critical to your success. Stakeholders, peers, subordinates and senior leadership will observe your actions and form their own conclusions about whether or not you are the right person for the job. Focus on the following four steps in order to be successful during this transition period: Learn about the organizational culture and how decisions are made in your department. Build personal credibility with each of your stakeholders. Create a vision for your department and align your goals with the organizational strategy. Resist the urge to overachieve. Accomplish 2-3 smaller priorities during the transition period. Work on succeeding in your new management role this week!