Starting a new job is really scary. I've started 4 jobs in my lifetime and each time, I was incredibly anxious and unsure of what I was getting myself into. It is a major life change and it takes a lot of guts to start over. Whenever you start a new job you are taking a risk, on your new employer but also on yourself. 

In my opinion, I think it takes at least a year to be fully adjusted to a new job. I don't think it matters what age you are or what level you're at in your career, getting comfortable and understanding all the ins and outs of a new place of work can take a long time. 

I do think that it gets easier as you have more experience because when I started my new job in June, I wasn't as nervous as I've been in the past. I'm not sure if that's because I started virtually so I was in my own home and a familiar environment or because I have almost a decade of experience and I'm confident that I'm the right person for the job. 

Confidence is key and you got the job for a reason so take a deep breath.

When you're starting a new job there are a few things to expect and prepare for.