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Remote-first companies are transforming the world of work, tapping into unparalleled flexibility and creating exciting opportunities for new and existing team members.
But there’s a catch. As HR leaders are quickly discovering, creating an exceptional remote onboarding experience is no walk in the park.
The stats tell the story—37.4 percent of HR professionals name remote onboarding as their biggest hiring challenge. And when you consider that only 12 percent of people say their company handles onboarding well, it’s clear there’s room for improvement.
However, there is a huge upside to this, as when organizations get onboarding right, the benefits are substantial. Some 70 percent of people who experience exceptional onboarding say they have “the best possible job,” and they’re 2.6 times more likely to feel “extremely satisfied” in their workplace.
These benefits play out in the long term, as strong onboarding can increase retention by 82 percent.
So, how are forward-thinking companies creating these positive first impressions without meeting their new team members face-to-face?
Let’s explore some proven remote onboarding strategies that really work—and learn from those who are already getting it right.
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