Hiring a new team member should not create confusion, repeated questions, or operational slowdown.
The New Hire First 7 Days Pack is a structured, event-based onboarding document designed for small teams onboarding a new hire without a dedicated HR department. It provides immediate clarity on expectations, decision boundaries, communication norms, and access — starting from day one.
This pack is designed for real operational moments, not long-term policy building.
When this pack is needed
This pack is useful when:
- A new hire is starting within days
- A small team is onboarding without formal HR processes
- Managers want to reduce early confusion and interruptions
- Expectations and decision authority need to be clear immediately
- Teams want consistency without heavy documentation
Early onboarding failures are common in small teams — and preventable.
What this pack includes
This pack provides a clear onboarding structure covering the first seven days:
- Day One orientation and immediate clarity
- Day Three alignment on tasks, priorities, and communication
- Day Seven expectations, responsibilities, and next steps
- Access and tools setup checklist
- Decision boundaries and escalation rules
- Communication norms and response expectations
- Confidentiality and professional conduct guidance
Each section is designed to be practical, adaptable, and easy to use.
How teams use this pack
Most teams use this pack by:
- Reviewing it before the new hire’s start date
- Completing sections during the first week
- Using it as a shared reference for expectations
- Reducing reliance on verbal explanations and assumptions
The document can be adapted to fit different roles, tools, and team structures.
Who this pack is for
This pack is designed for:
- Small businesses and growing teams
- Startups without formal HR documentation
- Agencies and service-based teams
- Team leads and managers onboarding new staff
It may not be suitable for large organizations requiring formal compliance documentation.
Format and access
Format: Digital PDF
Length: 4 pages
Access: One-time purchase
Usage: Internal operational reference
Immediate download after purchase.
Why this is an event-based pack
This pack is designed around a specific operational event: a new hire starting work.
It provides clarity exactly when it is needed — without requiring long explanations, training sessions, or complex systems.
Each Chonjo pack is designed to be used independently or alongside other workplace continuity packs.
Related workplace continuity packs
You may also find related Chonjo workplace continuity packs helpful, including tools for emergency absence, role handovers, and access continuity.
Browse all workplace continuity packs here:
https://chonjo.co/workplace-continuity-kits/
Designed to reduce onboarding friction, improve early alignment, and support calm, consistent team operations — without overcomplication.