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chicago-temp-agenciesIn a candidate-driven job market, employers must do all they can to provide a positive experience for new hires during their first day and onward. Studies have shown that when employees are given a positive onboarding experience they are much more apt to stay with their employer longer. For example, Aberdeen Group conducted a study that revealed 86 percent of HR managers felt that a new hire’s decision to remain employed for the first six months was based on a positive experience during the first few critical days.

Setting the tone of a new hire’s day takes a few simple, yet effective, steps. We will outline them here, so you can design a positive onboarding process for all your new employees.

Start with a great orientation and training period.

On the first day of employment, make sure there is someone on hand to greet your new hires as they arrive, then walk them over to the training space. Give your new employee(s) a tour of the building, provide them with all the materials they will need to be successful, and conduct introductions to their colleagues. Use training as an extension of the onboarding process, with ongoing support and guidance.

Make new hires feel involved in the company.

When employees understand their importance to the company and how their role contributes to the company, they are better able to feel a part of something bigger than themselves. Let employees know from day one how valuable they are to the company and they were handpicked for their unique skills and experience. You don’t want to give the impression that the job description was something different than what their actual job duties and responsibilities will ebe.

Explain company goals in detail.

During the interview, it may not have been apparent how a new hire fit into the company goals. Now is the time to explain this in detail with your new hires. Talk about the exciting projects they will be working on that help the company achieve these objectives. Let them know they are valued and respected for their ability to contribute much to the organization.

Have an open door policy for all new hires.

During the first day at work and in subsequent days, make yourself available and accessible for any questions, needs or concerns  your new hires may have. Set up daily and then weekly touchpoints to stay connected to new hires as they overcome learning curves and find their place within the company.

At Davis Staffing, we help companies find great employees who will be excited about joining your company and taking the next step in their career. Contact a leading staffing agency in Chicago today to get started on filling all of your employment needs today!