We’ve all been there - Day one at a new job and there are still uncertainties of what to expect. So many questions about the unknown that’s coming their way. This first impression sets the framework for the rest of their employment, including their overall onboarding experience.
Without the proper planning and consideration, your new employees may be left to fend for themselves, causing them to feel overwhelmed and overlooked. We talked with some of our UrbanBound colleagues and pulled together a list of things they wish they would’ve known on their first day at a new job to better prepare you to ensure a successful onboarding experience for your employees Check out our employee onboarding tips below.
This question speaks for itself. Knowing why a position is available allows new employees to understand a little more about company dynamics. For example, if the position is new, it shows how you’re looking to grow and improve the company, but if the person in the position previously was let go, it could show the employee your expectations.
On the first day, many people don’t know where to go, let alone where to park. Is street parking available? Are parking tags necessary? If a new employee receives a parking ticket, will your company provide reimbursement? These are especially important for those who work in or near a University.
Parking is the very first thing a new employee will do on their first day, and as small as it is, it could set a spiral of negative events for the day. Consider issuing a parking pass to the new employee, if necessary, or giving them a call the morning of their first day to direct them to the correct parking spot.
UB has them. If someone outside of UrbanBound were to step into our office or listen in to some of our meetings, there’s plenty for terms and jokes that no one outside of the company would understand.
Consider creating a “Lingo Guide” to your company for new employees on their first day as a reference until they get the hang of everything. Oftentimes as a new employee, it’s intimidating to join j conversations where everyone, besides yourself, knows what’s going on. This could save them from potential embarrassment while ensuring they’re able to keep up.