The wobble – why it happens and why it’s okay

By GSR2R Admin | 28th April 2025

Let’s talk about The Wobble.

Why it happens and why it’s okay.

You’ve just started a new job, the excitement’s worn off a bit, and suddenly you’re thinking…

• “What have I done?”
• “Did I make the right move?”
• “Maybe my old job wasn’t so bad after all…”

Sound familiar?

At GSR2R, we call this the wobble, and we see it all the time , usually around the 2–3-month mark, but sometimes even earlier. No matter your level or experience, it can creep in unexpectedly.

What surprises me is that so few people talk about it. Most of us think we’re the only ones feeling this way , we assume it’s a sign we’ve made a mistake. But it’s not. It’s just part of adjusting to something new.

We always chat to our candidates about the wobble , not to worry them, but to support them. It’s a normal stage of settling in. You’re learning new systems, new people, new expectations, all while trying to prove yourself quickly.

Especially in recruitment, we put pressure on ourselves to hit the ground running. We want to integrate, impress and bill from day one. But it’s just not realistic.

I sometimes wonder if it’s more intense in recruitment than in other industries.

• Is it our targets?
• The pace?
• The pressure we put on ourselves.

Either way, the wobble is real.

Here’s the good news

Most people get through it. Talking helps , to a colleague, your manager, or us. Just acknowledging how you’re feeling can lift the pressure.

So, if you’re feeling the wobble right now, know this: you’re not alone. You’re not.

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Until next time

Cheryl Wing