Staffing Articles

Downsizing, restructuring, permanent layoffs – all these terms for reduction in force point to one inevitable truth.  There are fewer jobs to go around and people are going to be unhappy about it.  This is not a minor concern.  Act now to reduce the anxiety your employees go through during these stressful times.  This will have a huge impact on the success of your newly reorganized company.  

The mistakes companies make during employee orientation are difficult to undo.  Workers who get started off on the wrong foot are likely to become discouraged.  This keeps them from fulfilling their true potential at your company.  If you are involved in the new hire intake and training process, the following pointers may help you avoid common pitfalls.

Employee on-boarding is an alternate term for the new hire orientation process.  A worker’s first few hours and days on the job set the tone for the rest of his/her employment experience.  Job transition is a very stressful time for most people.  This is true even if they left their old job by choice and will be receiving better pay and benefits at your company.  People who feel welcomed and comfortable during this time will settle in quickly and become productive members of your workforce.