Blunder #1: Getting someone's first name wrong in the middle of a meeting
Every human being’s most sensitive issue: their identity!
People may take this as an insult and feel less close to—and less important to—the person who neglected them.
Mistake No. 2: Making fun of your new hire without realizing it
No manager is immune to making a mistake.
When it comes to mistakes, there’s the 5 “R” method: regret your mistake, take responsibility, respect the person who was hurt,
Fix the problem and reflect on it to draw conclusions.
Mistake #3: Comparing your new hire to their predecessor
When members of the same team are compared, it can erode employees’ confidence in their own abilities and lead to unhealthy competition among team members.
Mistake #4: Letting your new hire eat alone in the cafeteria
Eating as a team offers many benefits because shared meals are the best way to build relationships, spark conversations that can continue throughout the day, and boost employee engagement.
Mistake No. 5: Throwing someone into the deep end too abruptly
A new hire needs to get to know the team’s structure, better understand the scope of their role, and prove their worth… Start small; give them enough to prove themselves without putting them in a difficult situation.
Mistake #6: Making one inside joke after another in the open-plan office
It’s a sign of a healthy team dynamic. When there’s a new recruit, forget the golden rule of humor—“never explain a joke”—but give them the context they need to understand it next time.
inspired by " Welcome to the Jungle"