Overview
One of the department managers comes to you to report that the newly hired employees appear to be isolating themselves (eating alone in the lunchroom or at their desk, not participating in company-wide social activities, etc.), and she is not certain whether she is responsible and if she should be concerned. She asks you how she should address the situation. Respond to the manager and explain the importance of socialization during the onboarding phase. Also, provide at least two suggestions for the manager to implement, including the rationale for the suggestions. Finally, coach the manager on how to check in with the new hires to determine whether the plan is working.
Directions
Respond to the following using email format:
Write a response to the manager explaining the importance of socialization during the onboarding phase.
Provide at least two suggestions for the manager to implement.
Suggest how the manager can check to measure the success of the plan.