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New hire onboarding checklist
A practical, step-by-step checklist for the weeks before and after a new employee joins - so day one is smooth and nothing is forgotten.
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Hiring & onboarding
Onboarding vs induction
Induction is the first-day introduction; onboarding is the longer process of helping a new joiner succeed.
- Topic
- Hiring & onboarding
- Read time
- 2 minutes
- Level
- Beginner
- Applies to
- HR teams and employees
What it means
Induction covers the initial orientation - tour, policies, introductions. Onboarding continues for weeks or months: training, goals, check-ins, and integration into the team.
Benefits
- Gives HR and managers a shared vocabulary.
- Improves new-joiner experience.
- Helps plan onboarding better.
- Reduces confusion in the first weeks.
Example
- Day 1: induction. Weeks 1-12: onboarding with a buddy, goals, and regular feedback.
Related terms
- Probation
- Buddy system
- Welcome kit
Rates, limits, and rules (for example for pensions, social insurance, and end-of-service pay) differ by country and company and change over time. Treat these as general explanations and confirm the current position where you operate before relying on them.
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