You're new to the organization. How can you build relationships with colleagues?

One thing which is fun and easy is trying to meet different people at lunch and having the inclination to go and introduce yourself and have lunch with that person.

Here are some strategies to help you build strong relationships with your coworkers: Introduce Yourself: Take the initiative to introduce yourself to your colleagues. Be friendly, approachable, and open to starting conversations with people in various departments or teams. Social Events: Participate in social events, such as team lunches, after-work gatherings, or company-sponsored activities. These events provide opportunities to interact with colleagues in a more relaxed setting and get to know them on a personal level. Questions: Show genuine interest in your colleagues by asking them about their roles, experiences, and interests. Asking questions not only demonstrates your curiosity but also helps you understand their perspectives.

Take time to introduce yourself to your colleagues. Let them know you look forward to working with them. Have a friendly approach and ask how they are doing. Ask questions to learn about their background and find common interests. Make the conversation about them, not you. Provide value and support them. It increases visibility as you establish yourself in your new role.

Ask for feedback. Whether it is positive or constructive criticism, reflect closely on the information. Take notes. Ask questions and see if they can provide specific examples. It can be an opportunity to learn more information about processes or skills required in the organization. You want to learn to be successful in a team environment by being a team player. Find the appropriate time to ask colleagues for feedback. It can help you grow in your personal life and professional career.

Don't OFFER HELP too soon! When someone tries to offer help to me before they know anything about me, it feels like an assumption. I don't take help from just anyone. I want to know these things before accepting help: 1. Does the person even know what I do? 2. Are they genuinely curious about me? 3. How do they actually help others outside of this interaction? 4. Can I trust this person? 5. Is this persons help coming from results they have already attained? Help from EVERYONE could be dangerous. So, taking the time to actually understand the person, their wants and needs, and how they previously been helped can give you more context on this before offering.

Team building activities are great for colleagues to engage and build team morale. They help you learn more about your colleague's background and socialize. Going out to lunch or doing a volunteer activity opens communication among colleagues. They learn to understand each other and build trust. Team-building activities are helpful for your well-being when working remotely.

Take time to engage with your colleagues regularly. Let them know how you are doing and update them on anything you are working on. Ask them how they are doing and if there is anything they are working on. If they accomplish something at work, congratulate them. Appreciate the work they do and value them. Be mindful of what channel you use to communicate with them. If you work remotely, pick up the phone and talk to them. Face-to-face interaction is different from a remote setting from being in the office. You learn to work on strengthening the relationship with your colleagues.