# Onboarding & Training
A new hire's first weeks decide whether they become an asset or a regret.
## Onboard with a system
- Document your **standards and processes** so training isn't "figure it out."
- Pair new people with a **mentor**.
- Cover **safety** from day one.
## Ramp them up fast
Clear, written processes shorten the time to productivity — and protect quality while someone learns. Winging onboarding wastes both your time and theirs.
**Takeaway:** A documented onboarding turns a new hire productive fast — winging it wastes everyone's time.
> *Educational content — not legal, financial, or accounting advice. Run your numbers with your CPA.*
