Build an Onboarding Plan, Build a Brand

A great onboarding strategy starts before and ends after an employee's start date. This article offers some great brand building tips that allow for a more successful recruiting process.

• Plan ahead and ensure your recruiting strategy reflect the company brand and values

• On day one, make sure the new hire knows what to expect and is made to feel like part of the team

• Individualize the onboarding process and make goal setting a team effort in order for the new hire to perceive progress and control

• Follow through with two way feedback and ramp up progress

Originally published by Peter Vanden Bos on Inc.com on April 26, 2010.

Read the full article here: How to Build an Onboarding Plan for a New Hire