Should I jump directly into the plot or run a side quest first?

@ChrisPerkinsDnD im starting a homebrew campaign with new players this week. Should I jump directly into the plot or run a side quest first?

— Taylor Arsenault (@Arsenault_Tj) April 1, 2016

I would hit 'em with the Plot Stick right away, but it's really your choice to make. https://t.co/I3vCPwwCKm

— Christopher Perkins (@ChrisPerkinsDnD) April 1, 2016