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title: The First 90 Days for Re-Launchers
description: Podcast with Michael Watkins about the principles & techniques of making successful transitions into new roles when returning to work after a career break.
---

# The First 90 Days for Re-Launchers

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In this 30-minute **3-2-1 iRelaunch Podcast,** Michael Watkins — best-selling author of *[The First 90 Days](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+first+90+days+by+michael+watkins&crid=1G3KX34CVHH0I&sprefix=The+first+90+days%2Caps%2C173&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_3_17)* and its newly-updated essential companion, *[Master Your Next Move —](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=master+your+next+move+michael+d.+watkins&crid=2282WNV0XL6LW&sprefix=Master+your+next+move%2Caps%2C136&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_6_21) *is interviewed by iRelaunch Chairman and Co-Founder Carol Fishman Cohen about the principles and techniques of making successful transitions into new roles through the lens of a "relauncher," or person returning to the workforce after a break.

 

#### Among the topics explored in the podcast are:

- How to regulate a 'sink or swim' mentality in a new position
- Striking the right balance between learning and doing
- Accelerating technical, cultural, and political learning
- Common traps to avoid when taking a new role
- How to match your strategy to the situation you are entering 
- Creating alliances
- Coping with anxiety associated with returning to work
- Tackling front-end "update learning" (e.g., new software platforms)
- Leading former peers
- How to avoid creating barriers to your success

 

#### You can listen to the full podcast on the following platforms:

iTunes: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-89-the-first-90-days-for-relaunchers-with-michael-watkins/id1202049234?i=1000438284971](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-89-the-first-90-days-for-relaunchers-with-michael-watkins/id1202049234?i=1000438284971)

Soundcloud: [https://soundcloud.com/irelaunch-llc/ep-89-the-first-90-days-for-relaunchers-with-michael-watkins](https://soundcloud.com/irelaunch-llc/ep-89-the-first-90-days-for-relaunchers-with-michael-watkins)

Stitcher: [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/irelaunch/3-2-1-irelaunch](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/irelaunch/3-2-1-irelaunch)

Google Play: [https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/I5mmao7rg3tra4vonfhk2vitdzm](https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/I5mmao7rg3tra4vonfhk2vitdzm)

 

#### Related resources:

[5 Questions to Ask When Starting a New Job](https://hbr.org/2019/04/5-questions-to-ask-when-starting-a-new-job) (*Harvard Business Review*, April 2019) 

[What to Do When You're Returning to a Company You Used to Work For](https://hbr.org/2017/08/what-to-do-when-youre-returning-to-a-company-you-used-to-work-for) (*Harvard Business Review*, August, 2017) 

Harvard Business Review Whiteboard Session: [How to Get Up to Speed in Your New Leadership Role](https://hbr.org/video/5527816648001/whiteboard-session-how-to-get-up-to-speed-in-your-new-leadership-role)

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### Genesis

Genesis is a global provider of leadership development programs, coaching, and transition acceleration solutions for individuals, teams, and organizations. Genesis offerings are based on the research of Michael Watkins, co-founder and author of the book "The First 90 Days." Genesis provides a comprehensive range of programs, coaching processes, and consulting services aimed at speeding up transitions at all levels, from front-line managers to C-level executives.

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