SMART STAGE: From Orientation to Acculturation – The Three Elements of Successful New Employee Orientations
The biggest mistake a company can make when onboarding talented, energetic employees is to cram hours of mind-numbing, dispiriting employment information into their new employee orientation. And yet, this is exactly what many new hires, arriving enthusiastic and ready to work, must endure during their first week on the job. New employee orientations play a critical role in engaging younger generations, building organizational savvy and helping employees connect to and navigate company culture. This presentation will show you the three elements of successful new employee orientations that effectively acculturate new hires and boost talent engagement and retention in your organization.
Amy Hirsh Robinson, MBA
Amy Hirsh Robinson, M.B.A., is Chief People Officer for King’s Hawaiian, a global producer of irresistible Hawaiian food. Amy was brought on to King’s Hawaiian to re-envision the employee experience and transform the People function from traditional HR to a strategic driver of business growth. During her time at the company she has worked to radically redefine the purpose, structure and activities of HR with significant results. Prior to her role as CPO, Amy ran a successful human capital consulting firm, The Interchange Group, helping executives and HR professionals retool and adapt their strategies to rapidly changing workforce expectations and business landscapes.