Most people, not matter what their position, do not have a robust understanding of the company’s metrics and financial results. Take the time to sit down with the finance group and have them teach you the P&L statements, look at the metrics reported by each company department head and familiarize yourself with what the goals and results mean. Teach your employees the same and create your department’s metrics to be cohesively linked to those of the company. This process will set you up for success; not only will it make you smarter and more effective, it will help you feel more comfortable as a member of the team.