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The Employee Engagement Glossary

A glossary for the everyday people leader.
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Onboarding Experience

What is the Onboarding Experience?

The onboarding experience is the process of integrating new employees into the organization through orientation, training, and support.

Why It's Important

A well-structured onboarding process helps new hires feel welcome, understand their roles, and become productive faster.

Onboarding Experience in Practice

Organizations may offer formal orientation sessions, mentorship programs, and structured training to help new employees adapt.

Benefits of a Strong Onboarding Experience

  • Improves employee retention and engagement.
  • Increases productivity by equipping new hires with the necessary tools and knowledge.
  • Helps employees feel connected to company culture from day one.

Best Practices for Onboarding Experience

  • Provide clear onboarding plans with milestones.
  • Assign mentors or buddies to new employees.
  • Gather feedback to refine and improve the onboarding process.