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Last updated on Mar 25, 2025
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Your new hires are taking too long to get up to speed. How can you streamline onboarding processes?

How can you make onboarding more efficient? Share your strategies and experiences.

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Your new hires are taking too long to get up to speed. How can you streamline onboarding processes?

How can you make onboarding more efficient? Share your strategies and experiences.

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    Anil Tyagi

    Director & Member of Board | Institutional Advisor | Key Note Speaker | Strategic Leadership Coach

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    Cut out the unnecessary steps and pair the new hires with experienced team members for real-time guidance and prioritize hands-on learning. Make sure they have quick access to the tools and resources they need from day one. A structured and flexible approach can help them add value to the organization faster and more efficiently.

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    Tommy Nguyen

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    To accelerate onboarding, I would focus on structure, autonomy, and continuous improvement: - Create role-specific onboarding tracks with clear weekly goals - Centralize documentation to reduce reliance on tribal knowledge - Assign a buddy for guidance and regular check-ins - Encourage early, low-risk contributions to build confidence - Track progress with lightweight tools and gather feedback to improve the process

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    Ayushi Mehndiratta

    LinkedIn Top 1% HR Ops Voice 🏆 |Manager HR @ Optimite| 6+ Years of Expertise in Talent Acquisition, HR Analytics & Strategy | HRBP | Work Psychologist | Corporate Trainer.

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    From an HR view, make onboarding simple and clear. Have a step-by-step plan with clear goals for new hires. Use technology to handle tasks like filling forms or watching training videos. Provide role-specific learning so they know what to do. Pair new hires with mentors for guidance and help. Train managers to set clear expectations and give feedback. Talk to new hires regularly, get their feedback, and improve the process to help them settle in faster.

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    Shivashankari Kalaivanan

    Senior Human Resources Professional@Consolidated Private Limited[Apple Premium Reseller] || Talent Spotter || Technical & Non-Technical Recruiter|| Leadership Hiring || PAN India Hiring || Let's connect for opportunities

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    1. Fixed Hiring & Onboarding Schedule – Setting clear dates for offer releases and onboarding helps everyone stay prepared. 2. Time-Friendly Sessions – Hosting live sessions during overlapping work hours, sharing recordings, and providing self-paced modules make it easier for new hires to follow along. 3. Pre-Onboarding Readiness – Ensuring IT setup, emails, and access to tools before Day 1 avoids last-minute issues. 4. Ongoing Support & Check-Ins – Assigning mentors, arranging leadership interactions, and following up regularly help new hires feel connected and confident.

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    Mohamed Abugresha

    Stevie® Awards Judger - Top LinkedIn Voice - MBA-CIPD_PMP_CMC_CPTD_ISO.9001

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    From an HR view, make onboarding simple and clear. Have a step-by-step plan with clear goals for new hires. Use technology to handle tasks like filling forms or watching training videos. Provide role-specific learning so they know what to do. Pair new hires with mentors for guidance and help. Train managers to set clear expectations and give feedback. Talk to new hires regularly, get their feedback, and improve the process to help them settle in faster.

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    Emily van Eyssen

    I connect Recruitment CEOs, founders, and directors with top-tier talent from South Africa, helping them build exceptional teams with the best remote professionals in the industry.

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    Streamlined onboarding starts before day one. We send a welcome kit, set clear expectations, and assign buddies to guide new hires. Our onboarding is modular—bite-sized, focused, and role-specific. Automation handles admin, so managers can focus on culture and connection. We also gather feedback early and often, adjusting in real time. The goal isn’t to rush, but to remove friction—so new talent feels empowered, not overwhelmed.

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    Ayushi Mehndiratta

    LinkedIn Top 1% HR Ops Voice 🏆 |Manager HR @ Optimite| 6+ Years of Expertise in Talent Acquisition, HR Analytics & Strategy | HRBP | Work Psychologist | Corporate Trainer.

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    To accelerate onboarding, focus on clarity, consistency, and culture. Implement structured onboarding programs with clear milestones and role-specific training plans. Leverage technology like Learning Management Systems (LMS) for seamless knowledge transfer. Assign mentors or buddies to provide guidance and foster connection. By aligning onboarding with your company culture and equipping new hires with the tools they need, you can fast-track their journey to productivity.

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