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New Hire Onboarding

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Onboard a new hire in four phases, from before day one through the first 90 days.

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Before day one

  • Send the offer letter and get it signed
  • Collect Form I-9 and W-4 paperwork
  • Set up payroll and direct deposit
  • Order the laptop and equipment
  • Create email and system accounts
  • Assign an onboarding buddy
  • Send a welcome email with the first-day time, place, and schedule
  • Prepare the desk, or ship equipment to a remote hire

Day one

  • Welcome them and introduce the team
  • Walk through tools and sign in to every account
  • Review the employee handbook and key policies
  • Take them to lunch or host a virtual coffee

First week

  • Add them to team channels and recurring meetings
  • Complete required security and compliance training
  • Explain benefits enrollment and deadlines
  • Hold a 1:1 to set expectations
  • Give them a small first task

First 30-90 days

  • Agree on 30-60-90 day goals
  • Schedule regular 1:1s
  • Hold a 30-day check-in
  • Ask for feedback on the onboarding