Adapting to a New Culture
“Watch how those around you are briefing and how they interact. Learn from that and adapt along with that.”
It is not uncommon to have a bit of a struggle adapting to a new company’s culture after years in your previous career. Transitioning from a long-held position to a completely different environment can be daunting, especially when it comes to learning new work styles and cultural expectations. It’s like trying to speak a different language without the right translation guide. But there’s a way to ease this pain and find success in your new role. Eric Velez retired from the FBI in 2016 to then serve as a vice president for security at the Walt Disney Company. He joins to share his experience adapting to a new culture.
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Notable Moments
00:00:03 – Introducing Eric Velez
00:01:21 – Eric’s Position at Disney
00:03:19 – Importance of Feedback and Adaptation
00:09:20 – The Power of Storytelling
00:11:41 – Adapting to a New Environment
00:12:55 – Importance of Giving and Receiving Feedback
00:13:41 – Being Receptive to Unexpected Feedback
00:16:43 – Doing Homework on Company Culture
00:20:49 – Adapting to a New Environment
00:23:31 – Watching People and Adjusting
