Onboarding

Implementing Onboarding Software

Create a seamless onboarding experience that sets new hires up for success from day one.

3-4 weeks
Easy

Implementation Steps

Map current onboarding process and identify gaps.

Key Tips:
  • Document every step of current onboarding process
  • Survey recent hires about their experience
  • Identify bottlenecks and manual tasks
  • Define ideal onboarding journey (pre-day 1 through 90 days)
  • Get input from IT, facilities, and department managers

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Information overload on day 1 - spread it out
  • ×Only focusing on paperwork, not culture or relationships
  • ×Not involving the team - new hire feels isolated
  • ×Same generic onboarding for all roles
  • ×Stopping onboarding after first week instead of 90 days

Best Practices

  • Start onboarding before day 1 (send welcome package)
  • Mix paperwork with fun culture activities
  • Assign a buddy or mentor for first 90 days
  • Schedule coffee chats with key stakeholders
  • Check in regularly at 30, 60, 90 days
  • Celebrate new hire milestones publicly
  • Continuously improve based on feedback

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