A new staff member in a small IT shop can dramatically increase both the overall size of the team and the capabilities it brings to the table. This valuable new resource should not be squandered. Delivering an effective staff onboarding program is an important financial investment that can increase morale, reduce turnover, and increase productivity.
This research note discusses approaches to developing a successful onboarding program, including:
- The benefits of formal onboarding.
- Common onboarding pitfalls.
- What new employees need in order to feel good about joining the enterprise.
- Recommendations on which elements to include in an onboarding program.
The honeymoon shouldn't end as soon as the job offer is extended. Take proactive steps for onboarding in order to reap long-term benefits from the enterprise's human capital.
