Research has shown time and again that organisations need to invest heavily to induct new staff to have the best chance of retaining them, as well as achieving the maximum level of productivity from them as early as possible.
This shouldn’t be left to the HR Department (even if you have one). It should be seen as a core responsibility of every supervisor. Many client companies also employ “Buddy Systems”, buddying-up their new employees with experienced employees, to help the new employee acquaint themselves with the workplace and the expected performance standards. Continue Reading