Literally: "Connect the new kid." Vulgarly: "Get hard (at) the new kid." Contextually: "We are going to aggressively haze, troll, or disconnect the newcomer to prove they don't belong here yet."

Ask questions even if you think they’re silly.

The best way to connect isn't a formal interview. It’s the "side-by-side" interaction. Instead of cornering the new person at their desk, invite them along for a coffee run or a quick walk. Low stakes lead to high comfort. 2. Decode the "Vibe"

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