Did you know most employees who leave before completing the first 90 days of a new job are dissatisfied with management or feel they aren’t equipped to handle the job after training? It is up to you to ensure your new staff members have the tools they need to succeed in your business. Creating an excellent onboarding program is essential for this to happen. Here are ways you can set your new employees up for success within the first few days on the job.
Don’t be disorganized when they arrive
There have been countless instances where a new employee arrives only to find they don’t have a desk or a computer and have to wait for these things to be found and set up before they can work. This gives them a very bad first impression of your company. Before they arrive, set up their workstation and supply them with pens, notebooks, and other office items along with a computer.
Make introductions in the office
The first day on the job is intimidating, so do what you can to make it easier. Take some of this pressure off by escorting the new employee through the office and facilitating introductions. This will allow them to feel comfortable when they need to ask someone for help.
Focus on mentors, not trainers
You’ve hired someone who already possesses the skills to handle the job. They just need some training on the way your company likes things done. Training won’t take much time at all, but learning about your company culture will. Instead of focusing on training, pair them with a seasoned professional who can show them the ropes.
Get their feedback
Throughout the onboarding process, talk to your new employee about their experience. Do they feel like they have everything they need? Are they comfortable doing the work? Give them an opportunity to really tell you what is working and not working for them and use their feedback to make real improvements.
Do you want to ensure that your new employees succeed in their first days on the job? Contact CornerStone Staffing Agencies in DFW TX to see how we can help today!
