I am sure that all of us have full of anticipation and nervous energy one night before the new job commerce. Companies have invested heavily on onboarding programs, but might have missed out on simple aspects that could make a new hire feel welcome
SHARE THEIR PRESENCE
This can be done even before their first day. You could send a company wide email to share about this new person and encourage replies and acknowledge of their presence. You could also bring them around the office to introduce new hires to their new team and colleagues.
COMPANY GIFTS
Your company is your own brand. Little bit of things like a note book, office stationery with your Company logo imprinted on it can make a new hire have a sense of belonging. Your trivial things could also provide more common chattering between the new hire in the current team.
KNOW YOUR VALUES
There’s no better day to share about your company values during their first day. This will help them understand the culture of your company and would also ensure that they are aware of your value, so your incumbent actions would align with the values of the Company.
You could also share your company’s process during this period, and this will allow them to see the big picture and understand how the different departments work.