Your Role as a Manager
Guidance from BI Worldwide Onboarding Advisor
2 of your missions for Sally Anne are due in 2 days
ViewBefore day one
Silence between offer and day one is the biggest reason new hires do not turn up.
- Send a personal welcome message
- Record a 30-second welcome video
- Confirm who will meet Sally at reception
Day one
People remember how they felt, not what they learned.
- Book a team lunch
- Introduce Sally to her buddy
- Keep the day active, not a day of reading
First 30 days
Meaningful challenges and early recognition make people stay.
- Agree 30-day goals
- Give one piece of specific recognition
- Hold a 30-day check-in
Why this matters
4.6×
more likely to feel inspired when recognised
58%
intent to leave with 3 or fewer best practices
4%
intent to leave with 9 or more
Source: BI Worldwide Insights Lab, “On board with onboarding”.