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Ideal medium may be affected by the generational com- position and technological savvy of your org’s new hires Web-based multimedia activities are often the most engaging mediums for Gens Y and X—especially if they are designed Use of portal engages virtual workers similarly as on-site Messages need to
Application Advice for true interactivity new hires hire at a good time to speak input from experienced employees questions raised in the calls provide a disengaging promote interaction employees employees questions
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Video testimonials hosted on new hire portal Flash-based video game on new hire portal Interactive self-training modules on portal Multimedia content saved on welcome flash drive Mailed informational packets, including (opportunities to get involved with other employees such as volunteer Welcome mess
Cultural Mastery Onboarding Elements—Sample Tactics
Sample Tactics opportunities) across the organization E-learning module and their mentors when I started”
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Element Pre-Day One self- education on company, culture, values, and strategy Welcome Message Introductions to company culture, ethics, and values Introduction to unwritten rules
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Table 3.3 Onboarding Phase Prepare Orient
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