Candidates and
existing employees alike agree: Professional development is the key to higher
engagement, more satisfaction, lower turnover, and a more innovative and
productive workforce.
Furthermore, poorly
structured onboarding processes can cause new hires to jump ship within their
first six months on the job.
Next-level
onboarding process such as the one described in this eBook requires next-level
tech to keep it running smoothly and effectively. For that, you’ll want to have
a look at ClearCompany, the most intuitive talent acquisition and talent
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Incorporating
professional development opportunities into your onboarding process is a good
way to address both of these issues at the same time. Through mentorship, SMART
objectives, career paths, cross-training, and relevant educational opportunities,
you can turn your onboarding process
from a series of dull administrative tasks into an energizing experience for new
hires.
But a next-level
onboarding process such as the one described in this eBook requires next-level
tech to keep it running smoothly and effectively. For that, you’ll want to have
a look at ClearCompany, the most intuitive talent acquisition and talent
management software available.
Set Clear
Objectives
The mentor and the
new hire should sit down together to establish clear SMART (specific,
measurable, attainable, realistic, timely) goals. The mentoring relationship
should center on the achievement of these goals.
Establish a
Schedule Mentors and mentees should meet on a regular basis to formally review
progress to date and next steps. The mentoring relationship should also include
a strong informal component, as the new hire should be able to approach their
mentor any time with questions or concerns. Formal meetings, however, ensure the
program stays on track.
Train Your Mentors
If possible, put
potential mentors through their own training programs in advance of pairing
them with new hires. You’ll see better results from the program if your mentors
are well versed in effective mentoring techniques.
