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30 60 90 Onboarding Plan

OnboardingJan 27, 202611 min

30-60-90 Day Onboarding Plan: A Small Business Guide

Create a 30-60-90 day onboarding plan for your small business. Practical framework with phase-by-phase goals and tips for companies without HR.

Onboarding vs Orientation

OnboardingJan 27, 202610 min

Onboarding vs Orientation: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Understand the real difference between onboarding and orientation. Practical guide for small businesses on what each includes and how to do both right.

Creative Employee Onboarding

OnboardingJan 27, 202611 min

Creative Onboarding Ideas for Small Business (Without an HR Team)

15+ creative onboarding ideas that actually work for small businesses. Zero-cost to low-cost activities sorted by budget and time, plus what to avoid.

Cost of Hiring New Employee

OnboardingJan 27, 202614 min

Cost of Hiring a New Employee: What Small Businesses Really Pay

The real cost of hiring a new employee for small businesses: $5,500-$24,000 per hire. Complete breakdown of direct costs, hidden costs, and how to reduce them.

Welcome Gifts for New Employees

OnboardingJan 27, 202611 min

Welcome Gifts for New Employees: A Small Business Guide

Practical welcome gift ideas for new employees sorted by budget ($25-175+). What to include, what to avoid, and how to make any gift feel special without a huge budget.

Average Cost of Onboarding New Employee

OnboardingJan 27, 202613 min

Average Cost of Onboarding a New Employee: What Small Businesses Really Pay

What does it really cost to onboard a new employee? SHRM says $4,100, but small businesses pay $600-$1,800. Complete breakdown of direct costs, hidden costs, and how to reduce them.

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