This gap is risky. If you can’t build trust with your peers early on, you may miss signals, misread tone, or misunderstand how decisions are made. If you’ve been promoted from within, you’ll have to reestablish yourself so your new peers see that you’ve advanced from your previous position. If you’re new to the company, you’re an unknown. In either case, your ability to contribute and influence will be compromised until you’re seen as part of the group.