Starting a New Role

Beginning a new role is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming – new routines, new people, unwritten rules to figure out. This is especially true if you’re neurodivergent, as the ramp-up period might come with extra challenges (like adjusting to a new sensory environment or decoding a whole new set of workplace norms).

ASM offers “Starting a New Role” support to help you hit the ground running without burning out or masking your true self.

What it is

Mentoring or coaching focused on the first weeks of a new role. You get practical support to create structure, plan conversations, and set up ways of working that make the job manageable.

Who it’s for

A good fit if you want support with:

Getting clear on what is expected in the role
Creating routines that protect your time and energy
Meetings, communication, and early working relationships
Sensory or environmental needs (for example noise, lighting, constant video calls)
Deciding what to share about your needs at work, and how to ask for adjustments
Setting boundaries early so you can perform well and sustain it

What to expect

A clear plan for your first 2 to 12 weeks
Practical tools in clear language, tailored to your working style
Support to prepare questions, emails, and key conversations
Online sessions (usually 60 minutes) for ease and continuity
Check-ins around the moments that matter, such as first week, first feedback, first busy period

What often changes

Work feels clearer and more manageable
Fewer misunderstandings and less second-guessing
Better routines and boundaries from the start
A smoother path to the adjustments you need