In this episode of All Onboard, host Thomas Kunjappu welcomes Naomi Trickey, Chief People Officer at Mews, to discuss how onboarding can be transformed into a meaningful and culture-building experience, especially within a globally connected, remote-first company. Naomi shares Mews’ approach to making onboarding feel both personal and purposeful, setting new hires up for success from the beginning.

Key insights include:

• Hospitality in Onboarding: How Mews uses a hospitality-first mindset to create a warm, memorable welcome.
• Building Connection Across Borders: The ways Mews strengthens team bonds and reinforces cultural values across a global workforce.
• Leadership’s Role in Onboarding: How active involvement from leaders supports new hires and demonstrates Mews’ commitment to its values.
• Creating Meaningful Rituals: Engaging workshops and experiences that help new hires build lasting bonds and understand the company's core values.
• Balancing Structure and Flexibility: How Mews ensures a consistent yet adaptable onboarding for employees worldwide.
• Laying the Foundation for Success: How Mews’ onboarding approach makes employees feel valued, engaged, and empowered to contribute meaningfully.

Listen in to discover how Mews’ onboarding approach goes beyond orientation to build a foundation for collaboration, cultural alignment, and long-term impact.

Link to Onboarding Assessment: https://gocleary.com/onboarding-assessment/
Link to ROI Calculator: https://www.gocleary.com/onboarding-ROI

In this episode of the All Onboard podcast, host Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Tenia Davis, Chief Human Resources Officer at NORC at the University of Chicago. Tenia shares her insights from over two decades of experience in HR leadership, highlighting the importance of building scalable onboarding processes that support growth and employee engagement.

Topics covered in this episode:

• The role of HR in facilitating onboarding transitions
• How to support new managers in their onboarding efforts
• The importance of setting clear performance expectations early
• Utilizing feedback and data to improve the employee experience
• Building a culture of engagement that lasts beyond the first 90 days
• Aligning onboarding programs with organizational goals and growth
• The importance of integrating DEI initiatives into the onboarding process

With valuable advice on leadership involvement, feedback culture, and performance expectations, this episode is packed with actionable insights for HR professionals looking to improve their onboarding strategies.

Tune in to learn how Tenia and her team at NORC are shaping a people-first culture and building a strong foundation for employee success.

Link to Onboarding Assessment: https://gocleary.com/onboarding-assessment/
Link to ROI Calculator: https://www.gocleary.com/onboarding-ROI

In this episode of All Onboard, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Molly Mintz, Employee Onboarding Manager at Dynatrace. Molly shares her journey from being a recent grad in the Professional Development Program (PDP) to leading onboarding initiatives for both new graduates and experienced hires. She talks about the unique challenges of transitioning from the classroom to the corporate world and how Dynatrace helps new hires find their footing, whether they’re just starting their careers or seasoned professionals.

Molly also reflects on the importance of continuous improvement in onboarding programs, ensuring that every new hire feels connected and prepared for success.

Tune in to hear Molly’s insights on:

• Balancing structure and flexibility in onboarding programs
• Addressing the unique challenges of remote and hybrid onboarding
• Fostering connections and engagement across different employee groups

Whether you're crafting onboarding programs for recent grads or seasoned professionals, this episode is packed with practical tips and strategies to elevate your approach!

Link to Onboarding Assessment: www.gocleary.com/onboarding-assessment
Link to ROI Calculator: www.gocleary.com/onboarding-ROI