EPISODE 15: Effective Onboarding is Key to Success with Dr. Tonya Robertson
In this episode, I’m chatting with Dr. Tonya Robertson from Focused Training Solutions, getting into all things onboarding and training. We're talking about how tailoring the new employee journey can make a huge difference, keeping people on your team with smart onboarding, and diving into Tonya's GROW framework designed to solve employer problems.
Key Takeaways:
Effective Onboarding Sets a Positive Tone: A welcoming onboarding process is crucial for setting the right impression and integrating new hires into the team.
Customized Learning Paths Are Essential: Tailor onboarding experiences to meet individual employee needs, ensuring a more successful and engaging introduction to the company.
Measure Success from the Start: Define what success looks like early on to streamline the onboarding process and avoid the cost of fixing mistakes later.
Communication and Transparency Retain Talent: Open dialogues and a commitment to improvement can help keep employees engaged, even when initial onboarding processes falter.
The GROW Framework Empowers Employers: Starting with a clear goal and understanding the resources needed can lead to improved onboarding experiences and organizational clarity.
Small Businesses Can Overcome Onboarding Challenges: Utilizing free resources, personalizing training materials, and making every new hire feel valued can help small businesses navigate the limitations of budget and time.
Tune in for insightful discussions and practical advice on making your workplace more efficient and engaging for everyone.
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