First impressions matter a lot, and welcome a new employee is no exception. During the time between accepting a job offer and beginning the position, many people feel nervous and hesitant, questioning if changing their career path was the right choice. This is your opportunity as the new hire's manager or supervisor to create a warm, welcoming environment that makes them feel comfortable.
We've developed a checklist with the key steps you can take to do this, so you can help your new employee get off to a great start.
1⃣️ Immediately after job offer:
- Receive the signed employment contract
- Notify payroll of the new employee and their start date
2⃣️ 2-4 weeks prior to start date:
- Identify any tools/equipment the new hire will need and organize them with internal teams
- Create an induction plan - identify information to share and meetings to arrange
- Schedule those meetings, whether in-person or via video call
3⃣️ 1 week prior to start date:
- Communicate details like start time, contact person, parking/transport
- Confirm equipment will be ready, provide remote access info
- Prepare the workspace and notify the team of the new hire's start
4⃣️ Onboarding week on the job:
- Welcome the new employee, introduce them to the team
- Show them their workspace and key amenities
- Ensure they understand policies/procedures, complete onboarding
- Outline the work planned for their first week, be available for questions