The first few days, weeks, and even months on the job can be a make it or break it time as it relates to employee performance, engagement, and retention. An effective onboarding process sets employees up for success while an ineffective one leaves employees lost in their new role.

As the world of work changes and organizations are more eager than ever to bring on new talent, onboarding new employees is a critical (but often overlooked) process.

Onboarding new hires is the first step in developing successful employees, promoting long-term retention, and expanding your workforce capacity. But is your onboarding process helping newcomers to sink or to swim?