Online Business Technology & Innovation

Hiring & Onboarding Your First Employee

Thursday, May 29, 2025
11:00am to 12:00pm

Free
More Information
Organized by: Business Link
May
29

Learn how to confidently hire your first employee, avoid common pitfalls, and build a strong foundation for growth and retention.

Hiring your first employee is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. Where do you start? What legal steps are involved? How do you find the right fit and set them up for success?

This practical webinar will walk you through the full hiring journey: from defining the role and writing a job description to understanding employment standards, drafting an offer letter, and building a strong onboarding process that supports long-term retention.

You’ll leave with clear, actionable tips to avoid common pitfalls, streamline your hiring, and confidently build your growing team.

In this session, you’ll learn about:

  • Define the role you need and craft a clear, compelling job description
  • Navigate the hiring process with confidence, from posting to interviews
  • Build a welcoming onboarding experience that sets your employee up for success
  • Foster long-term growth and retention with the right early foundations

Start your hiring journey equipped with the right tools, knowledge, and confidence to grow your business.


Related events

Loading...

Loading events...

The Trek North: Polar Bear Animal Sculpture Workshop
Dec. 5

The Trek North: Polar Bear Animal Sculpture Workshop

Friday, Dec. 5

Starts at 9:00am

The Paint Spot

The participants will learn the basic and simplified form of the polar bear with an emphasis on motion, composition and contour – sculptural balance in...

WiR Gala
Dec. 5

WiR Gala

Friday, Dec. 5

Starts at 7:00pm

St. Albert Public Library (Downtown)

Celebrate a great year in writing with Anna Marie Sewell as she hosts readings from select program participants and officially completes her tenure as ...

Star Ornament
Dec. 6

Star Ornament

Saturday, Dec. 6

Starts at 10:00am

5 Jasper Court

Join us for a one-day workshop to make a Star Ornament with Lynne Joly-Davis.

Hot Chocolate Bomb Workshop
Dec. 6

Hot Chocolate Bomb Workshop

Saturday, Dec. 6

Starts at 1:00pm

Fort Edmonton Park

Step into the cozy, creative world of Hot Chocolate Bombs!

Holiday Appetizer Bites
Dec. 7

Holiday Appetizer Bites

Sunday, Dec. 7

Starts at 2:00pm

Get Cooking

Celebrate the festive season with Chef Owner Kathryn Joel in a hands-on European holiday canapé class.

A Taste of Vietnam Culinary Experience
Dec. 7

A Taste of Vietnam Culinary Experience

Sunday, Dec. 7

Starts at 3:30pm

C5 North East Community Hub

Join local home cook Esther who will share her culture with you through food as we cook up an authentic Vietnamese feast together.

More events