One of the most important things that an employer can do is train new hires correctly, as the right guidance and information can put an employee on the road to success, regardless of their specific role. Today, industry professionals are searching for more training, and a lot of people say that their skills will quickly become out of date and in need of a refresh. In fact, 49% of people asked said that they would like to improve their skills, but they don’t know where to begin. As an employer, training for new hires should be a priority. Though a lot of team members will have a variety of training and skills, upskilling is always an option, as is expanding their capabilities in the workplace. Below, we have listed three of the main things that all new hires should be taught.
- How to Be Productive - Everyone wants their new hires to be productive at work, but this is something that a lot of people need to be supported in. With the right training, employees will have the skills needed to be as productive, focused and efficient as possible during the work day. Speak to employees and find out what is holding their productivity back, and then find ways to solve these problems. For example, some people struggle to be productive when they’re working remotely, and so a hybrid setup might be best. Others might find it hard to meet deadlines, and so better delegation might be needed.
- How to Build Positive Relationships at Work - Positive relationships between employees and their managers, colleagues and team members have an undeniable impact on someone’s happiness at work. This is because relationships lead to a strong company culture, which leads to improved job satisfaction, increased employee retention and productivity. However, building these workplace relationships is something that a lot of people struggle with. You can help a new hire to navigate this by welcoming them into the company, introducing them to who they will be working with and organising team bonding activities. Encourage new hires to take part in meetings and to network, and encourage other employees to offer help and guidance wherever it’s needed. Over time, positive workplace relationships will begin to form. It’s also a good idea to have diversity and inclusion policies in place, which will ensure everyone is respecting others at work, creating a positive working environment.
- How to Set Goals - Goals are an effective way of guiding a career, and they provide employees with something to aim for. You should encourage your new hires to set goals, and to have a clear idea of what they need to achieve at work. This will help them to stay on track, productive and working in line with everyone else. Setting goals is also a useful way of measuring a new hire’s performance, to ensure that they are delivering the results that you need as an employer. It’s a good idea to set goals during the onboarding process and then follow up with them at a later date. Of course, it’s important to make sure that all goals set are realistic and achievable, as unrealistic goals could hinder someone’s self belief and confidence.
Though new hires are likely to be talented, skilled and experienced, the majority of people can benefit from guidance when they first start a new role. By helping them to set goals, connect with colleagues and be productive, they will have the best chance of success.