Why Onboarding is So Important

Proper onboarding is more than just paperwork; it's a vital investment in your employees' success and satisfaction. Research shows that effective onboarding can boost commitment by up to 18 times and increase job satisfaction by up to 30 times. It sets the stage for new hires to understand their role, your company's culture, and where they fit in, ensuring they feel confident and valued from day one.

In today's modern workforce, the traditional approach of leaving new employees to "learn as they go" often leads to wasted resources and disengagement, ultimately resulting in early departures. Shockingly, only 12% of employees feel their organisations excel at onboarding, highlighting a critical need for improvement.

From the moment a candidate accepts an offer, the onboarding process becomes crucial. A warm welcome and effective groundwork are essential for their success. Today's dynamic onboarding embraces accelerated learning techniques and remote-friendly methods, offering numerous benefits for organisations willing to invest in their future.

Business Benefits of Elevating Onboarding Practices

1. Cost Savings in HR: High turnover rates are often linked to poor onboarding experiences, with up to half of hourly workers leaving within their first four months. However, robust onboarding can boost employee retention rates by up to 82%, saving on recruitment costs and improving overall efficiency.

2. Enhanced Productivity and Performance: Organisations with strong onboarding processes witness a remarkable surge in new hire productivity, up by over 70%. Engaging in onboarding experiences fosters motivation and loyalty, leading to an 11% increase in employee performance.

Additional Benefits of Modern Onboarding:

1. Early introduction through pre-boarding, facilitated by automation.

2. Seamless task delegation through automated notifications.

3. Consistency in training through digitised learning modules.

4. Access to real-time insights into employee engagement.

Transform Your Employees' Journey

At HRuman, we specialise in comprehensive onboarding solutions that nurture new hires from day one. Our approach fosters relationships and reinforces the value employees bring to your company. Starting from just £99.00 per employee for the first year, we provide ongoing coaching and support to ensure their growth and success within your organisation.

Contact HRuman Ltd at enquiries@hrumanltd.com to learn more about how we can enhance your onboarding experience and support your employees' development.

We understand the impact of effective onboarding and are committed to helping organisations succeed. Contact us to explore our Onboarding & Offboarding courses for further insights and details.

Written by: Tracie Roberts - Lead Consultant