So, you’ve just landed your new favorite employee, now what? Your company may already have an onboarding checklist, but there’s always a way to improve the new employee experience. To nurture your employee retention and relations with a few personal touches, follow Top Applicant’s helpful example to build a better onboarding process!
Pre-Boarding
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Send an Email
Send a personalized email introducing the new hire to the team, highlighting culture and values. In this email, you should send all necessary links packaged together in one concise email. This is where automation can come in handy.
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Schedule a Chat
Closer to their start date, schedule a casual video call with that future team member to chat about the company culture and answer any questions. This will also help you understand their personal situations surrounding working for your company. It’s always best to cover any accommodations or questions before an employee’s first day.
First Day & First Week
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Prioritize Culture Immersion
On their first day, greet the new hire, introduce them to your team, and give them a virtual or in-person tour of the workspace. Throughout the day, you should have planned activities that showcase the company culture, like lunches, events, or happy hours in the afternoon. Some teams may even benefit from a buddy system to answer questions and help the new hire navigate the social aspects of the workplace.
Post-Probation
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Implement a Mentorship Program
We recommend subtly giving the new employee opportunities to work with a mentor who can provide career guidance and support their professional development. Design this program to include new hires in team-building activities, social gatherings, and company events to foster connections with colleagues.
As you build this culture, show your employees that you acknowledge and appreciate them as they embody your ideal culture. This provides a path to promotions and other perks!
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Build in Regular Feedback Sessions
Schedule regular check-ins with the manager to discuss progress, address concerns, and ensure the new hire feels comfortable in the company culture. During this process, also conduct anonymous surveys to gauge employee sentiment in a bias-free way.
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Always Encourage Communication
The end goal of these efforts is to create a culture where employees feel comfortable asking questions and expressing their opinions. To promote ongoing communication, use examples and anecdotes related to the employee to illustrate their ties to the company in a relatable way.
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So, why does Top Applicant know so much about onboarding checklists? We’ve been there too! Our hiring experts are dedicated professionals driven to improve the world of business by empowering professionals at all levels. Whether you’re looking for new hires or you’re looking to make a career move, you can trust Top Applicant to help with modern tools for modern hiring!
