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Grant’s preferred baseline after work starts is two social activities each week: one around Wednesday or Thursday and another on Saturday. More is fine when the employee has energy, but two dependable touchpoints help prevent the new life from shrinking into work and an apartment. Socialize with coworkers, but also build connections outside the company through alumni groups, volunteering, fitness, faith communities, or neighborhood activities. The objective is not a packed calendar; it is enough consistency that work does not become the graduate’s entire life during the first months.
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