How AI Can Improve Onboarding Without Losing the Human Touch

How AI Can Improve Onboarding Without Losing the Human Touch

July 21, 2026 · 36 min · Season 4 · Episode 3

About this episode

Hannah Toney discusses how AI can enhance the onboarding process while maintaining a human touch.

New hires don’t need more portals; they need clarity, support, and time to breathe. Hannah Toney, consultant at Serendipity Sellers and author, discusses how HR professionals can use AI to streamline onboarding, define meaningful milestones, deliver personalized support, and establish privacy-conscious guardrails that strengthen both engagement and performance.  Subscribe to Honest HR to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

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