1. Prepare for their arrival

Show your new hire that they are important by making sure you are prepared for their arrival. Inform your other employees that there will be someone new joining the team and ask them to make a welcome banner for their new colleague.

Make sure that the new employee already has a workstation, a computer, drawer or whatever tools they need to do their job.

2. Give them a tour of the office

You can give your new hire a tour of your office so they can be properly oriented about where things are, like where is the restroom, the pantry or the copy machine. A new office can be disorienting, especially when you don’t know anyone and you have no idea where anything is.

While going around the office, introduce them to their new colleagues as you go along. There’s little chance that they’ll remember everything, but it will help them feel more comfortable approaching people with questions later.

3. Train them right away

It doesn’t have to be a full-on training, but your new employee also needs to learn little things like how to navigate the phone system or how to use the copy machine. Don’t be afraid to start their job training on the first day. Just start with small, simple tasks and let them get comfortable.

4. Start with small, manageable tasks first

There will come a point where your new employee becomes a seasoned veteran and you can pile big, complicated assignments on them. But, on their first week, give them a chance to ease into their new role. Smaller, less complicated tasks help them to settle in and build their confidence. Make sure to provide them with plenty of detailed instructions, so they don’t feel overwhelmed.

5. Assign a mentor

It’s normal for a newbie to feel unsure of the specifics during the first few weeks of a job. You can help new hires deal with the confusion by assigning them a mentor who can help answer their work-related questions until they have fully adjusted.

6. Finish the paperwork

Paperwork is an important part of a new employee’s onboarding process. It’s not the most enjoyable part of the process, so it’s best to get it out of the way as early as possible. It can help your new employee feel productive during their first day. You might even consider emailing them the paperwork before their first day so they’re ready to hit the ground running on day one.

7. Check on them often

At some point near the end of their first day or first week, ask your new employee how they are feeling. Let them know that if they have questions or concerns, they can approach you anytime. Knowing that you are concerned will help them feel at ease with their new job and make them more open to dialogues.

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