Abstract
HR expert Jodi Schafer addresses the common challenge of employee retention through effective onboarding strategies. She clarifies that onboarding is a long-term process of integration and belonging, distinct from simple orientation. The article provides practical tips for reducing new-hire anxiety, such as sharing first-day agendas and assigning mentors. Schafer emphasizes the importance of pacing training, setting clear performance expectations, and establishing ongoing feedback loops during the first few weeks. By measuring metrics like time to proficiency, practices can refine their integration processes to build a stable and committed workforce.
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Schafer, Jodi SPHR, SHRM-SCP
(2026)
"How Do I Set Up New Hires for Long-Term Success?,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 108:
No.
4, Article 5.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol108/iss4/5
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