Onboarding is an important step for both the employer and employee during the hiring process. It gives the employer the chance to give a broad overview of the company, its values, and the jobs expectations. The process also allows the new employee to take in their surroundings to setting up their desk.
However, with many employers still needing to hire people despite the pandemic, many have had to pivot and change its processes to fit a virtual setting.
Here are a few best practices:
1) Ensure the entire process remains virtual.
This provides consistency, from Zoom interviews to phone calls and signing offers electronically.
2) Keep organized.
Use programs like Google Drive to share files and have training videos and links to share.
3. Be flexible.
Do you need to go over something again? Perhaps the employee needs more time for training?
4. Make sure to emphasize company culture.
Make new employees feel welcome by introducing them to others in the company and setting up weekly meetings to bond and feel less alone during the pandemic.
So what do you do to create an easier process for virtual onboarding?
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