Onboarding: What to Include

Author: Debra Cadman

Introduction

Successful onboarding requires planning and preparation. Designing an effective onboarding program helps to create a work environment that engages employees and aids in reducing turnover.

This guide explores the essential elements of an effective onboarding program. It provides practical examples on how to upskill employees, help them understand their role in the organization and offer social and emotional support for their success. It should be reviewed together with other parts of the onboarding series:

• What Onboarding Is and Why It Matters
• Delivering Engaging and Effective Onboarding
• Evaluating Onboarding