The Trades Accelerator: Women Leading Business Innovation

Episode 19: Onboarding That Sticks: Building Trust and Retention from Day One

Dana Staszkiewicz and Melanie Sloane Season 1 Episode 19

In this episode, Melanie and Dana dive into the essential role onboarding plays in shaping the employee experience. They share their journey from chaotic first days to a streamlined, trust-building process that retains top talent. Discover actionable tips to make new hires feel welcome, empowered, and ready to contribute from day one. Whether you're a small business owner or scaling up your team, you'll learn how to craft an onboarding process that reflects your brand, reinforces your culture, and sets employees on the path to long-term success.

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