309: Are You Really Onboarding for Long-Term Success? (Tiffany Slater)

309: Are You Really Onboarding for Long-Term Success? (Tiffany Slater)SUMMARYThis episode is brought to you by our friends at Armstrong McGuire & Associates. Check them out for your next career opportunity OR for help finding an interim executive or your next leader. Struggling to retain great talent? In episode 306 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, HR expert Tiffany Slater shares practical strategies to transform your onboarding process into a tool for retention and team success. Learn why onboarding begins the moment a new hire says "yes" and how small gestures—like a personalized welcome video or a thoughtful gift—can set the stage for a strong workplace culture. Tiffany shares actionable advice on preparing new employees with the right tools, clear processes, and meaningful first projects to ensure they feel valued and capable from day one. Whether your team operates in-person, virtually, or hybrid, these tips will help you reduce turnover and empower your team to thrive.ABOUT TIFFANYTiffany E. Slater, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP is the Founder & CEO for HR TailorMade - THE human resource solution for small businesses and nonprofits. HR TailorMade partners with nonprofits and small businesses to provide seamless Fractional HR support for their team. Dr. Tiffany has been an HR professional for over 25 years with experience in all aspects of human resources. She also has experience in a variety of sectors, including union and non-union, PK-12 public education, property management, manufacturing, and casino industries, to name a few. The HR TailorMade team handles everything from onboarding & managing employee relations to benefits administration to guiding team leaders through difficult conversations & exit interviews. They are here to help you avoid those common HR mistakes, protect your business, and ensure that you and your employees thrive.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESReady for your next leadership opportunity? Visit our partners at Armstrong McGuireBuy Back Your Time by Dan MartellHave you gotten Patton’s book Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership: Seven Keys to Advancing Your Career in the Philanthropic Sector – Now available on AudibleDon’t miss our weekly Thursday Leadership Lens for the latest on nonprofit leadership