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According to new trends from AIHR, providing your people with a successful onboarding experience is essential for employee satisfaction and retention. In fact, they state that employees with an exceptional onboarding experience are 2.6 times more likely to be satisfied at work.
However, many companies are not hitting the mark. A Gallup poll revealed that only 12 percent of employees strongly agree that their company does a great job of onboarding. With a statistic like this, many companies will see high employee turnover rates, which leads to low morale and is a drain on resources.
While there’s no proven formula for what you should include in your onboarding program, there’s no doubt that this crucial period presents a golden opportunity for making a meaningful first impression on your people, whether they are working on-site, hybrid, or remote.
Show your new hires that they’ve made the right choice by giving them a positive onboarding experience that they won’t forget. Stand out from the crowd with meaningful, authentic, and welcoming touches that help them feel a sense of belonging while navigating the unchartered waters of your company. Investing in your onboarding program will positively impact retention and contribute to your employee
