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TEAM MEMBER LIFECYCLEBEST PRACTICESSELF ASESSMENT
“We riseby lifting others”- Robert Ingersoll
Website includes employment pages with current jobs listed & are easy to
find & navigate
Jobs are advertised across multiple digital platforms
Prospective job seekers have heard positive information related to the
company culture; the company has a good public reputation
The company purpose & values are infused into all collateral
Someone is accountable for managing brand consistency across social
media platforms as it relates to hiring/job-openings.
Competitive salary & benefits
Provide a compelling referral program
ATTRACTION
INSTRUCTIONS:Rate your organization’s current state for each best practice.
Use the scoring sheet at the end to identify where you stand and find opportunities for improvements.
TEAM MEMBER LIFECYCLE BEST PRACTICESSELF ASESSMENT
0 - My organization does not currently use this best practice or we have an unclearprocess that is not used consistently by everyone for all employees
1 - We have a rudimentary or outdated process to manage this best practice
2 - We have a clear, consistent process that almost everyone uses to manage this best practice
3 - We are innovators in this area, and are among the “best in class” atconsistent execution of this best practice
SUBTOTAL Low: 0-9 Medium: 10-14 High: 15-21
Job descriptions are specific, clear, regularly updated & reviewed for
accuracy
Open positions are posted internally before hiring outside applicants
Interested job seekers are able to leave a brief message
& contact information
HR responds to all interested job seekers in less than 24 hours
The company asks for qualified referrals from employees
A well-designed interview process is in place that includes behavioral
inquiry & clear expression of company purpose & values
At the end of each interview stage, HR communicates clear next steps to
each candidate
Candidates who are not selected are given specific constructive feedback
All job-specific employment requirements (security clearance, technical
skills, etc.) are clearly articulated to all candidates
RECRUITMENT
SUBTOTAL Low: 0-11 Medium: 12-18 High: 19-27
All required actions for the employee prior to day one are outlined &
communicated in written & verbal forms to new employees at the time of
the offer (what paperwork to bring, security protocols, etc.)
The company purpose & values are made clear throughout all onboarding
programs
General company onboarding is provided that includes information about
the company, policy & procedures.
Role/department-specific onboarding checklists are provided
& supervisors are equipped to deliver effective onboarding
The handoff from HR to Manager is smooth & new employees are
introduced to key members of their department & provided relevant
contact information.
Specific team members are assigned to provide a standard welcome
process to acclimate new employees to their job
JOB OFFERAND
ONBOARDING
TEAM MEMBER LIFECYCLE BEST PRACTICESSELF ASESSMENT
SUBTOTAL Low: 0-7 Medium: 8-12 High: 13-18
New team members are celebrated & introduced to the team
Facility tour
Face to face welcome from a senior leader
Share & discuss purpose & values of the organization
Lunch with the team, a mentor, or a key leader
Announce new hires company, division, or department-wide (depending
on the size of the organization)
DAY ONE
SUBTOTAL Low: 0-9 Medium: 8-12 High: 13-18
During the first 30 days of employment the direct manager regularly
follows up with employee for support & questions
A mentor or buddy is assigned for the first 30 days (can be a peer,
designated company-wide “new team member guide”, or manager)
Managers are specifically trained to be approachable & available to new
employees especially during the first 30-days
HR checks in with new managers at the end of 30 days regarding all new
hires
A 90-day progress meeting takes place between the manager & employee;
employees are given specific feedback as to their performance & career
planning is introduced & discussed
Regular feedback is given throughout the year to support employee
performance
The first performance evaluation contains no surprises
YEAR ONE
TEAM MEMBER LIFECYCLE BEST PRACTICESSELF ASESSMENT
SUBTOTAL Low: 0-9 Medium: 10-14 High: 15-21
Ongoing learning is encouraged & supported (providing industry specific
updates, articles, opportunities to attend outside seminars, providing
training resources in the budget)
Employees who engage in additional training are formally recognized &
praised
Ongoing internal opportunities for training & development are provided
for soft & technical skills
There is a clear performance development process that requires managers
to regularly assess employee skills & areas for development
High performance employees are identified & provided additional training,
opportunities & stretch assignments
There is training & recognition when an employee makes the transition
from individual contributor to role with supervisory responsibilities
Employees are regularly challenged to be accountable for their own
development (in staff meetings, company newsletters, all-hands meetings)
GROWTHAND
DEVELOPMENT
SUBTOTAL Low: 0-9 Medium: 10-14 High: 15-21
The hiring process is regularly reviewed, evaluated & adjusted to meet
changing needs
The company culture makes the relationship between the organization &
the employee important
Formal rewards & recognition programs are inclusive, clearly
communicated & reinforce the values of the organization
Managers & HR are highly approachable, professional & maintain
employee confidentiality
Managers understand the basics of rewards & recognition (the 5
languages of recognition, engagement, etc) & are clear about what
motivates individual employees
Company leadership regularly updates the entire workforce on company
objectives, strategies & other mission-critical information
Employees are able to regularly give leadership & operational feedback
through formal processes & informal contact with leaders
Employees engage in a performance development process where
their contributions are recognized & supported through frequent
manager/employee contact
Employee morale/engagement is regularly measured & discussed by the
leadership team
Exit interviews happen consistently, the process is clear & concise, and
feedback is regularly tracked & discussed amongst HR & senior leadership
Employees seek opportunities to deepen their relationship with the
organization through participation in special programs & events
RETENTION
TEAM MEMBER LIFECYCLE BEST PRACTICESSELF ASESSMENT
SUBTOTAL Low: 0-13 Medium: 14-22 High: 23-33
Contact us to learn more about how Purpose & Performance Group can help your organization dive deeper into the practices that retain top talent.
Purpose Elevates Performance.2510 EAST 15TH ST, SUITE 201, TULSA, OK 74104918-631-7767 | [email protected]
A clear succession plan for anyone with supervisory responsibility is in
place & reviewed regularly
Knowledge from seasoned employees & subject matter experts is
intentionally transferred to potential successors
A consistent retirement recognition program is in place to express
employee appreciation & demonstrate the value of lifelong employees
Retirees have opportunities to continue to contribute to the purpose of
the company through limited or symbolic roles
RETIREMENT
It’s the not-too-scared-to-get-down-in-the-trenches -with-you-and-get-things-done kind of swagger. We’reresults-obsessed, strategic, leader-replicating, kind, data-driven practitioners and scientists who care deeply about everyone on our team (and by our team we mean all our clients, ouremployees, and our communities).
We’ll be honest. The strength of our team gives us a bit of swagger.
TEAM MEMBER LIFECYCLE BEST PRACTICESSELF ASESSMENT
SUBTOTAL
TOTAL SCORE
Low: 0-5 Medium: 6-8 High: 9-12
Low: 0-77 Medium: 78-118 High: 119-171