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How to Get Onboarding Right

Monday, February 4, 2019

Onboarding is a critically important task. The first few weeks of a new employee’s job will set the stage for their tenure. However, onboarding is difficult to get right. A new employee might feel overwhelmed, unsure of how to ask for help, and in need of guidance without knowing where to find it. Taking steps to make this process easier will benefit everyone in the long run. First, provide the new employee with a detailed job description. New hires can’t get off to a good start unless they are absolutely clear on their new responsibilities. Ranking tasks in order of priority can be helpful, as well. New hires will also need training, and it’s important to be consistent and offer regularly scheduled times to check in and offer feedback. Finally, don’t expect employees to walk in on day one and know everything. What might seem like common sense to someone who has been at the organization for years might not be so apparent to someone just starting out.

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