by YEC
Getting a new job off to a good start makes all the difference.
Starting a new job can be stressful, so as a leader, it’s important to make sure new hires feel welcome and supported from the start. Here, 12 Young Entrepreneur Council Members share onboarding strategies that leaders can use to ensure new hires feel welcome and are off to a successful start.
Most people are familiar with the mix of anticipation and anxiety on the first day of a new job. Name one strategy he uses to make new hires feel welcome from day one.
1. Host an office gathering
We love making new hires feel welcome at office gatherings. Ditch the ice-breaker questions that require you to come up with something smart on the fly instead of just being yourself . You hired this person because you liked their job and were happy with their personality. If they look insecure, let the relationship build naturally from there. — Kaitlyn Shih, growing up
2. Do something active together
There are two methods that have proven to be the most effective for releasing tension. Each new employee will have the opportunity to ride a bike with her colleagues and each new employee will answer her three questions which will be posted in a visible location in the office. The question is: 1. What major experiences do you want to have in life? 2. How do you want to grow? 3. How would you like to contribute to the world? —Jeff Cayley, worldwide cycling
3. Information
Each new team member is onboarded as warmly as possible by HR, the Director (individually), and a team member from a specific department. I (as the president) handle all the final interviews, so we can meet before officially joining the company. This gives me the opportunity to express that my door is always open too, in case they need anything from me.—Magnus Simonarsson, consult web
4. Onboarding before day one
Complete as much onboarding work as possible before your first day on the job so your new hire can get started right away. You might say this is selfish, but it definitely increases margin productivity, but it can also lead to new hires starting off on the wrong foot, getting confused and overwhelmed with HR tasks. neither. look at the clock —Andrew Schrage Money Crashers Personal Finance
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5. Thorough information provision
We have found that knowing what to expect helps ease anxiety. Provide a boarding process. Also, schedule regular check-ins throughout the onboarding process to make sure they feel comfortable and have any questions answered. — Rachel Bader PRESS Modern Massage
6. Design a comprehensive onboarding schedule
To ensure that new hires feel welcome and are off to a successful start, we have an onboarding process that covers both the practical and emotional aspects of the transition. There is an orientation schedule with a designated contact or mentor. It also provides access to relevant resources and connects new hires with at least one of her employees. This approach helps new hires feel prepared and supported. — Kazi Mamun, CANSOFT
7. Pair new hires with veteran colleagues
One strategy for helping new hires feel welcome and off to a successful start is to assign peers. Colleagues can help new hires become familiar with the company culture and answer their questions when needed. Helps you direct your energy in the right direction. — Stephanie Wells formidable form
8. Shout out with Slack
When a new employee joins the company, the entire team welcomes them warmly in the Slack family channel. As a remote company, we can’t see each other every day, but that doesn’t stop the team from welcoming new members. I believe seeing a warm message is a great start for new employees. From the first day you are welcomed and made to feel comfortable. — Josh Kohlbach Wholesale Suite
About the author
Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) is an invitation-only organization of the world’s most successful young entrepreneurs.
