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5) First Job Execution

First 30 / 60 / 90 days plan

Getting your first job in the US is a massive win, but the first three months are the most critical. This is called the **Probation Period**. During this time, the company is watching to see if you are a high-potential employee worth sponsoring for a visa. As your guide, I want to show you how to move from the new person to the person they can't afford to lose.

You shouldn't just show up to work. You need a roadmap.

Days 1–30 (The Sponge Phase): Your only job is to learn. Meet every person on your team. Learn the tools. Ask "dumb" questions now so you don't have to ask them later.
Days 31–60 (The Contributor Phase): Start taking small tasks. Fix a bug, write a report, or help a teammate. Your goal is to show you can finish what you start.
Days 61–90 (The Owner Phase): Identify one small problem the team has ignored and fix it without being asked. This shows you have "initiative."

Free Resource: Probation Period Tips and Tricks

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