One cannot overstate the significance of an all-encompassing onboarding strategy
On the first day of employment for new employees, most firms only conduct an induction/orientation. Some only start off with a 5-minute welcome speech that introduces the workers and facilities, and other organizations are so disorganized that their employees can be found scurrying around, looking for workspaces and tools while the new employees are there.
A deeper understanding of the company’s goal, vision, and strategy(ies) is required for integrating new players into the organization. Pre-boarding should begin as soon as a candidate accepts an extended offer of employment, and integration of new hires should follow. Prior to their resumption, workspaces, laptops, ID cards, and other work tools should already be organized.
If done correctly, onboarding introduces new hires to the company, their department, and their role in great spirits, enabling them to kick-off their jobs with good performance. It equips individuals with the tools they need to successfully transition into their new role while enabling them emotionally and mentally to settle in with ease and fit into the work style and environment in less time.
New employees need to spend time understanding every aspect of the business, the business goals, the strategies the business adopts to realize those goals, and their contribution towards the achievement of those goals, the business practices, procedures, and policies.
Job satisfaction, productivity, and retention rates will all significantly rise as a result of the information, training, and assistance offered during onboarding.
How to get started with developing an effective onboarding strategy
Are you dissatisfied with your company’s onboarding strategy?
Do your line managers understand what is expected of them as new hires are integrated into their departments and roles?
Partner with AUDEO to create an efficient onboarding strategy that will help you achieve your recruitment goal to the fullest.
To begin, send an email to hello@audeo.ng.