Office Manager how-to
How to Onboard a New Employee
A smooth first day helps new hires get productive and stay longer.
Quick answer
A smooth first day helps new hires get productive and stay longer. In short: send; prepare; collect, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Send a welcome email with start details.
Prepare a workstation, equipment and accounts.
Collect required paperwork, such as I-9 and tax forms.
Plan the first-day schedule and introductions.
Give an office tour and review policies.
Check in at the end of the first week.
Safety reminders for office managers
- Maintain emergency plans and evacuation routes
- Keep first aid supplies stocked
- Address tripping and ergonomic hazards
- Protect confidential employee information
Key terms
Operating budget · Purchase order · Vendor · Service level agreement (SLA) · Onboarding · Procedure manual: see the full office manager glossary.