Interviewer: If you became the assistant manager of this store, what would your first 30, 60, or 90 days look like in this role?
Abby: In my first month, I would want to learn everything my manager expected me to do, and I would also want to learn the company’s rules, policies, and procedures. In my first 60 days, I would like to become comfortable with all of my tasks. And within 90 days, I would like to know enough about the store’s operations that I could start to make improvements and find new ways to contribute to the growth and success of the store.
Interviewer: That all sounds wonderful, but could you tell me more about how you would adapt?
Abby: I think the best way to adapt and learn about a new company is to talk to the people who have worked here for a while. I would not only try to talk to my manager, but I would also try to talk other members of the staff.
Interviewer: And what would you try to find out?
Abby: Everything. I would ask them about what they like or dislike about the job, how they think the store could be better, what they think the store does well, and a lot of other things about their job.
Interviewer: I think that is a good way to get to know the staff and the store.
Patterns and Examples
At first, I would aim to ____________________. After that, ____________________.
- At first, I would aim to learn everything about what your R&D department is working on. After that, I would be able to start contributing in a meaningful way.
- At first, I would aim to learn everything about what my team is working on and to make good relationships with all of my colleagues. After that, I could start to take more a leadership role.
When I first join this company, I will ____________________.
- When I first join this company, I will work hard to immediately bring in new business.
- When I first join this company, I will work to improve our customers’ satisfaction.
During my first 3 months, I hope to ____________________.
- During my first 3 months, I hope to come up with a strategy and plan to improve your customer service department.
- During my first 3 months, I hope to learn everything about the project that I will be working on.
