investigations | January 20, 2026

What onboarding or training expectations do you have for your first 6 months?

Within the First Month

  • Provide thorough training on job duties, company policies, and culture.
  • Introduce new hire to team members, managers, and other coworkers outside the team (this is especially important for remote workers)
  • Designate a mentor to whom a new hire can take their questions.

How many employees leave in the first year?

Over one-third of newly hired employees quit within their first year. This not only creates a revolving door of employees burdening your talent acquisition team, it’s expensive. Studies show the time it takes to get a new employee productive can range from as little as eight months to two years.

What do you say to a new employee on the first day?

“Congratulations and best wishes on your first day, [name]! We love our new hires because you bring a perspective we’ve never had before. We hope you’ll speak up, push us to new heights and share your thoughts. That’s what helps us grow!”

What do you tell a new hire?

It’s your job to clearly communicate the following information to your team:

  • Company History.
  • Overview Of Competition.
  • Company Goals.
  • Roles And Responsibilities.
  • Pay Structure.
  • Company Culture.
  • Job Expectations.
  • Policies & Procedures.

    What is proper onboarding?

    New employee onboarding is the process of integrating a new employee with a company and its culture, as well as getting a new hire the tools and information needed to become a productive member of the team.

    How can I make onboarding more fun?

    Here is a list of our favorite onboarding ideas:

    1. Schedule a lunch.
    2. Do an entry interview.
    3. Schedule a video call.
    4. Send the new hire some company swag.
    5. If your company hosts a weekly happy hour or other social event, invite the new hire to attend.
    6. Reach out and let them choose.
    7. Schedule an office tour.