First-Week New Hire Experience Check-In

End-of-week-one pulse survey capturing first impressions, setup friction, role clarity, and early belonging signals. Designed to surface and fix onboarding problems before they become lasting negative memories.

First Impressions

• Overall, how would you rate your first week at the company?
  1 = Very poor, 5 = Excellent
• If you rated your first week 3 or below, what most contributed to that experience?
  Please share any specific moments or situations that stood out.
• I felt genuinely welcomed by my team on my first day.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree
• The company's culture and values felt clear and visible during my first week.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree

Setup and Access Readiness

• My workstation, equipment, and tools were ready and functional on my first day.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree. This includes laptop, phone, desk, badge, or remote access as applicable.
• I had access to all the systems and accounts I needed to begin my work.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree. Examples: email, Slack, HRIS, project tools, VPN.
• Which systems or tools were NOT ready or accessible when you needed them? (Select all that apply)
  Check everything that caused a delay or blocker during your first week.
• If any setup issues caused friction, please describe what happened and what would have helped.
  Your feedback helps us fix these issues for future new hires.

Role Clarity and Expectations

• I have a clear understanding of what is expected of me in my role during the first 30 days.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree
• My manager communicated clear priorities and goals for my first week.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree
• If your role expectations or priorities felt unclear, what information would have helped?
  For example: a written 30-day plan, a team org chart, a list of key stakeholders, etc.
• I know who to go to when I have questions or need help.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree

Manager and Team Support

• My manager made time for me during my first week.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree
• I was introduced to the colleagues and stakeholders I need to know to do my job.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree
• My team made me feel like I belonged and that my contributions will matter.
  1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree — this is a key early psychological safety signal.
• What is one thing your manager or team did that made a positive difference this week?
  Recognizing what works helps us reinforce it across the organization.

Open Feedback

• Based on your first week, how likely are you to recommend this company as a great place to work to a friend or colleague?
  1 = Very unlikely, 5 = Very likely — early eNPS signal
• What is the single most important thing the company could have done differently to make your first week better?
  Be as specific as possible — your answer directly shapes the experience for the next person who joins.
• Is there anything else you'd like to share about your first week — positive or negative?
  This survey is anonymous. All feedback is reviewed by HR and used to improve onboarding.