Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! To all Becden clients who have referred their friends and colleagues to us! Our business grows in the same way yours does; by creating “happy people” who share their “happy stories” about their experiences with others!!! Almost every new client who joins Becden has been referred to us by one of you and once again we say “THANK YOU”. We will continue to accept new clients on a referral basis.
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 First impressions are crucial — especially the first impression a new hire gets of your practice. Studies show a negative perception of you or your practice during the first 60 to 90 days of employment can lead new employees to look for a new job within their first year. Here are ways to put your best foot forward:
Start before the new person does. Stay in touch after he or she has accepted the position to answer questions or help in other ways. Make sure the new person’s workspace is ready for the first day of work so they know you are expecting them and need them.
Explain your expectations and rules. There is nothing worse than a new employee not knowing what you want or what rules you have. Have an orientation on the first hour of the first day. Little things which seem common to your seasoned employees can be confusing to new employees like work hours, benefits, lunch & rest breaks, computer & phoning usage, parking, time off, etc. By discussing these items, you will alleviate confusion.
Designate a mentor or partner to show the new person around, make introductions, and begin training.
Begin with the basics. People become productive sooner if they are firmly grounded in the basic knowledge they need to understand their job. Focus on the why, when, where, and how of the position before expecting them to handle assignments. Don’t drown them with too much information.
Give the new person some responsibility for his or her own orientation. Offer opportunities for self-directed learning, under appropriate supervision.
Keep the new person’s family in mind. A new job means adjustments for the whole family, especially if the new person has children or just moved into your area. Do what you can to ease the transition and help them feel comfortable and welcome in your practice and community.
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The editor of this newsletter is Emily Webb of Becden Dental Laboratory, Inc. Please send any questions or comments about this newsletter, or suggestions for articles to: emilyw@becdendental.com
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