We roll out the red carpet when pursuing top talent — but what happens after they say yes? Too often, the employee experience loses its spark after induction, leaving new hires to navigate culture, expectations, and connection on their own. This session challenges HR leaders to rethink onboarding not as a one-time event, but as a strategic engagement journey that extends far beyond day one.

Join me as we explore how to turn the first 90 days into a foundation for lasting belonging. We’ll unpack practical ways to humanize probation, elevate the check-in experience at 30, 60, and 90 days, and coach line managers to become active engagement partners — not just evaluators. You’ll leave with actionable insights, real-world examples, and a renewed belief in the power of presence, purpose, and partnership during the most vulnerable time in an employee’s journey.

Whether you’re in HR, people ops, or leadership, this session will inspire you to stop thinking about onboarding as a box to tick — and start designing it as a relationship to build.

Key Learnings
Learning 1:
How to create intentional 30-, 60-, and 90-day engagement moments that reinforce culture, build connection, and give employees a safe space to ask questions, share feedback, and feel seen.

Learning 2:
How to coach and equip line managers to become culture carriers — helping them lead with empathy, support new hires through uncertainty, and ensure no one gets lost in the system.

Learning 3:
How to move from a transactional onboarding process to a culture-driven experience that prioritises belonging, psychological safety, and long-term retention — especially during the critical first six months.