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◦ Playbook / Transition Phase 05 of 05
Phase 05

Transition

The search is over, but the landing isn't. How you leave and how you arrive both compound for years.

◦ Why it matters

A clean exit protects your reputation; a deliberate first 90 days sets the ceiling on how the new role goes.

Stages

2 in this phase
10

Resign & Onboard

Notice, paperwork, start
  • Give clean, professional notice. Don't burn the bridge on the way out.
  • Handle the paperwork early: contracts, benefits, equipment, first-day logistics.
  • Rest before you start if you can. You'll never have this gap again.

WatchReport the accepted offer to any agency or benefit you're on, and don't leave loose ends.

11

Settle & Grow

First 90 days, network upkeep
  • Make a 30/60/90 plan: learn, then contribute, then own something.
  • Keep your network warm. The best time to tend it is when you don't need it.
  • Write down what worked in this search. Future-you will run it again.

WatchThe relationships you built while searching are worth keeping, offer or not.