CULTURE AUDIT: PART 2
There are many areas in a workplace to look for cultural clues: meetings/gatherings, physical space design, team projects, hiring practices, client facing practices, and more. In my experience, one key area that indicates culture in any institution is the way people are onboarded. I have distinct memories of the first days at the schools I have worked in. Why is this? These onboarding times have an impact and create lasting impressions on a person’s experience.
A poor onboarding experience can leave employees feeling uncomfortable, confused, and dejected.
–A Guide to Onboarding for New Hires (For First-Time Managers)
According to Harvard Business Review, onboarding is defined as “the crucial process through which new employees acquire the knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to integrate into an organization.” Onboarding can have great impact on an employee’s overall experience and retention at a company.