Entering the Circle

We all know what it’s like to be the new kid on the block. It can be particularly daunting when that block is a work environment, particularly a culture that feels foreign to you. There’s a lot of advice out there, including feeling out coworkers and supervisors to learn more about the culture. But how do you know who to ask? Work environments break down into two types of groups, formal and informal. Formal groups are clearly defined, whether by team or organizational chart structure, with established levels of leadership and support. Informal groups are more elusive, yet, they can……