The First 90 Days - Sink or Swim

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of structured onboarding in the first 90 days of a new hire's experience.

Special Guest – Kelly Franklin In this episode, we break down why those first three months can define the entire trajectory of a new hire’s success—or failure. Too many organizations take a “figure it out” approach, leaving employees overwhelmed, disengaged, and underperforming. We will walk through what a structured onboarding program should actually look like, how to build a clear and intentional 90-day plan, and the critical role leadership plays in setting expectations, providing su...

People in this episode

Host: Michael Glinter

Guest: Kelly Franklin

Topics covered

• onboarding
• employee success
• leadership
• 90-day plan
• organizational strategy

Keywords

• onboarding
• new hire
• employee engagement
• leadership expectations
• performance management

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