Jessica earned her master's degree. She was excited about finishing graduate school and finding her first professional job. She obtained a position working in a large marketing department in a healthcare system in San Francisco. Jessica was nervous about what would be expected of her. She was unsure about the rules in her own department and in the larger corporate culture of the organization. Who would likely be the most important socializing agent for Jessica as she learns the appropriate behaviors in her new work environment?

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Coworkers are the most likely socializing agents in a new work environment as they have already adapted to the corporate culture and understand the rules and expectations of the organization. They can provide guidance, support, and feedback to new employees like Jessica. Parents, graduate school professors, and friends may offer advice and encouragement, but they are not as immersed in the work culture and may not have the same understanding of the organization's expectations.

Jessica Earned Her Master's Degree