I recently started working for a newly-formed organisation and find myself questioning some of their practices. I want to suggest alternative ways of working to my new employers, but am worried they will see it as criticism. How should I handle this?
Jeanie Lynch: Previous experience of best practice in other agencies can be shared and celebrated, depending on how you manage it. You don't want to come across as a "know-it-all newbie" and risk alienating your new colleagues.
Unless there are practices that potentially compromise health and safety or safeguarding, which must be raised with your manager immediately, you need to choose your moment.
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