How does your company welcome new hires?
A 2013 study showed that 22% of new hires fail in the first 45 days. The on-boarding process is your chance to help a new employee feel that they made the right career move.
A good on-boarding program should include plans for:
- the first day
- the first week, and
- ongoing support for the first six months.
The majority of hire failures are due to interpersonal reasons rather than a skill mismatch. For this reason, introduce the new employees to your company’s culture as soon as possible.
- Pair the new hire with a mentor
Procedure manuals have their place but a one-on-one orientation a la “This is how we do things around here” is invaluable. - Limit instructions and paperwork
Try to limit the time spent by new employee on reading manuals and filling out paperwork to 1-2 hours per day.
Some personal attention and guidance at the start can make all the difference in whether your new hire will be a success.
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