Onboarding check-in: what it is and why not to skip it
Onboarding check-in is a short regular conversation (1:1) between the newcomer and the supervisor (or HR) who monitors the progress of the adaptation. The check-in is not a formality; it often uncovers problems before they grow into mistakes, frustration or departures.
The main objective of the check-in: To align expectations in a timely manner, remove obstacles and give the newcomer confidence that he is on the right track.
When to do check-ins
- after the 1st week (first impressions and obstacles)
- after the first month (goals, pace, cooperation)
- after the 3rd month (evaluation of adaptation)
- continuously according to the role (e.g. every week)
What to watch for at check-in
- what is clear and what is not (expectations, priorities)
- where the barriers are (access, information, cooperation)
- what support is missing (buddy, training)
- what’s the next step until the next check-in
Check-ins as a controlled step in SmartFP
In SmartFP, check-ins can be part of the workflow: deadlines, notifications and recording the result. The manager has visibility, HR traceability and the newcomer knows clearly what the next step is.