Successful Orientation Programs—Career Development

Table of contents

1. Copyright
2. Orientation Process
   1. Absolute “Musts”
   2. Orientation Objectives
      1. Retention
      2. Organizational Culture and Values
      3. Orientation and Productivity
3. Development and Implementation
   1. Guidelines for Groups and Individuals
      1. Groups
      2. Individuals
      3. Relocated Employees
      4. Temporary Employees
   2. What to Cover
      1. Organization Overview
      2. Nature of the Business
      3. Structure
      4. Performance Expectations
      5. Behavior Expectations
      6. Policies
      7. Safety Rules and Health Requirements
      8. Office Procedures and Supplies
      9. Individual Job Specifics
   3. Orientation Follow-Up
   4. Preemployment Orientation
      1. Advantages
         1. Employer
         2. Employee
   5. Evaluating Orientation Programs
      1. Employee Reactions
      2. Supervisor Reactions
      3. Successful Outcomes
      4. Final Words on Good Starts
4. References & Resources
   1. Articles
   2. Books
   3. Info-lines
5. Job Aid
   1. Orientation Checklist