Perfect Phrases for the Prestart Phase of Onboarding
The HR partner can use these phrases with the new hire in phone conversations or e-mail messages:
- I will help you and your manager build a plan to help you with your first 90 days.
- Here at (organization) we have an onboarding experience that will help you be successful.
- Let's talk about what to expect your first week.
- Let me tell you about our orientation.
- We have a formal orientation, and here's what to expect.
- Our orientation is pretty informal, and here is what it will be like.
- Let's review some logistics like where to park, what to wear, and when to be here on your first day.
- We will send you some materials to tell you more about our organization.
- You can log onto (website) to read more about our company.
- Our business hours are __________.
- What questions do you have so far?
- Your hiring manager (or a peer) will also be contacting you before your first day.
- I understand that it can be difficult to say that you are leaving to (previous employer), so what are your concerns?