Tag: hiring manager

5 Onboarding Rules for Hiring Managers

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A strong relationship between a new employee and his manager is imperative to long-term success. The End. Shortest post ever. Okay, just kidding...there's more. Something I've learned about hiring managers is, while they have good intentions about bringing a new employee on board, they often just aren't sure about their role in the process. It's … Continue reading 5 Onboarding Rules for Hiring Managers

3 Little White Lies Your New Employee is Telling You

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Have you ever attended a meeting or training session, when the leader or facilitator asked, "Does anybody have any questions?" And you do, in fact, have questions. But you don't ask. I think we've all been there. For one reason or another, we don't always speak up when we are unsure about something. Or maybe … Continue reading 3 Little White Lies Your New Employee is Telling You

Socialization, Schmocialization.

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It's not just about company culture.  It's not just about getting comfortable.  Or building relationships. Now, before the Culture Police (sounds like a mashup of classic 80s bands) steps in and calls me out, read on. There is a point: You hired that person to do a job.  Giving him the tools he needs to … Continue reading Socialization, Schmocialization.

6 Easy Ways Hiring Managers Can Make New Employees Feel Welcome

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Hey, strangers! Okay, I know...it's been a minute since my last post.  It's been a crazy few weeks!  No excuses. Now that we have that out of the way... At the "day job", I lead New Employee Orientation every other Monday.  Some people might see this as a chore; a necessary task in the life … Continue reading 6 Easy Ways Hiring Managers Can Make New Employees Feel Welcome