Various studies show that getting people off to a good start has a real impact on their longevity in role and their productivity. However, the data above shows that, for many, effective onboarding is not a reality.
Further, in a tight labour market where there is an abundance of job vacancies, it is even more important to get new employees off to a good start to avoid them becoming a flight risk. A 2021 study by Thomas International revealed that nearly 60% of UK workers would leave their current employer within six months if they were unhappy in their role.
Bear in mind that a team member’s relationship with their line manager is often at the heart of whether they leave an organisation or stay and are successful.
