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Hiring & Onboarding Your First Employee
Thursday, May 29, 2025
11:00am to 12:00pm
Free
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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.
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