Company
Date Published
Author
Kuba NiechciaƂ
Word count
1273
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

Onboarding new employees is a challenging process that requires focus on company culture to avoid misalignment. A generic and shallow onboarding approach, which typically involves meeting key people, setting up computers, and discussing the company's vision and mission, leaves huge gaps in understanding the company culture. Instead, personalized onboarding focused on details and tailored to each new employee's position is crucial for their success. This includes guiding them through a structured process over several weeks, providing a clear path to completion, and allowing them to build relationships with colleagues across the company. Investing time and effort into proper onboarding yields long-term dividends, as it helps maintain cultural alignment during periods of growth and ensures new employees feel confident and productive in their roles.