One of my favourite meeting requests is discussing new starter gifts, as I believe it's crucial to create a positive impression for both the employee and the employer. That's why I'm thrilled to have Colleague Box involved in this process because we understand the importance of first impressions.
Typically, we send new starter gifts between the time a new employee signs a contract and starts their new role. We gather data in several ways, including through HR systems as part of the new starter workflow with emails sent to a secure customer email address or through simple, secure spreadsheets. We ensure that the data is secure, and the process is as simple as possible.
While most new starter gifts are sent directly to the employee's home address, we can also send gifts in bulk to offices to be placed on desks. We understand that every customer is different, so we cater to their specific needs.
Onboarding gifts can help your new starters feel appreciated, welcomed, and valued from the start, which can lead to higher job satisfaction and better engagement.
The appearance of the gift is critical, as it's the LinkedIn moment that matters. When we create new starter welcome packs, we discuss the aesthetics of the box, including simple labels, box sleeves, or fully printed boxes. We want the box to look as impressive as its contents.
The contents of the box are equally important. It's not just about looking good; the gift must be exciting once opened. I suggest a mix of branded merchandise to keep the new colleague on brand and some edible treats, such as fantastic oat mylk chocolate, biscuits, and a mix of hot drinks. We can add anything else you'd like, from printed merch, company USB sticks, itineraries, lanyards, invitations to the Christmas party, or an Amazon voucher to decorate the home office—the list goes on and on.
"The most recent box you sent had such an amazing impact - she was so made up! She even sent a picture to her old work WhatsApp group and they asked if we have any jobs going!" Sam Kirk - Managing Director at J-Flex
We include a message card with every gift, printed in full colour on quality card with your chosen words. For that extra touch, we can personalise each card with your new colleague's name, as it's the little touches that matter the most.
If you already create new starter gifts in-house, we offer fulfilment services. You can ship your goods to us, and we'll store them for free and send them out as we would our own stock. This frees up your time to focus on more exciting tasks, like making money, attending sales meetings, or planning awesome office events!
"Research suggests that providing a successful onboarding experience can improve retention rates by 25% and boost productivity by 11%. One of the main reasons behind this is that it helps new employees feel like they are a part of the team, rather than just an outsider." 1
We see fantastic results every day from businesses that send new starter gifts. With recruitment becoming increasingly competitive, it's an excellent way to differentiate your company from the competition.
If you'd like us to help with your onboarding process get in touch here: https://www.colleaguebox.co.uk/contact we'd be more than happy to help.
"Onboarding helps new employees understand not only their role and responsibilities but also the organization’s culture, values, and goals. This knowledge can help increase employee engagement, motivation, and loyalty." 2
Source: 1 HR Technologist - "Why is Onboarding Important for Employee Retention?
Source: 2 Forbes - "Why Effective Onboarding is Key to Employee Retention
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