Questions to Ask at Orientation
Essential questions to ask during orientation to understand policies, procedures, expectations, and resources available to help you succeed in your new role or program.
1What are the key policies and procedures I need to know about?
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What are the key policies and procedures I need to know about?
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Why this works
Helps you understand the rules and guidelines that govern your role, ensuring you can follow proper protocols and avoid policy violations.
2What are the expectations for my role and what are the key responsibilities?
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What are the expectations for my role and what are the key responsibilities?
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Shows you what's expected of you and helps you understand your responsibilities, ensuring you can meet performance standards and succeed in your role.
3What are the training and development opportunities available?
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What are the training and development opportunities available?
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Why this works
Reveals the learning opportunities available and helps you understand how to develop your skills and advance in your role or program.
4What are the resources and support services available to help me succeed?
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What are the resources and support services available to help me succeed?
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Shows you the support systems available and helps you understand what resources you can access when you need help or guidance.
5What are the communication channels and how do I stay informed about updates?
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What are the communication channels and how do I stay informed about updates?
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Reveals the communication systems and helps you understand how to stay connected and informed about important updates and changes.
6What are the performance evaluation processes and how am I assessed?
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What are the performance evaluation processes and how am I assessed?
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Why this works
Shows you the evaluation criteria and helps you understand how your performance will be measured and what you need to do to succeed.
7What are the safety procedures and emergency protocols I need to know?
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What are the safety procedures and emergency protocols I need to know?
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Why this works
Ensures you understand safety requirements and helps you know what to do in case of emergencies or safety incidents.
8What are the technology systems and tools I need to use?
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What are the technology systems and tools I need to use?
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Why this works
Shows you the technological resources available and helps you understand what systems and tools you'll need to use in your role.
9What are the team dynamics and how do I work effectively with others?
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What are the team dynamics and how do I work effectively with others?
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Why this works
Reveals the team structure and helps you understand how to collaborate effectively with colleagues and build strong working relationships.
10What are the professional development opportunities and how do I advance?
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What are the professional development opportunities and how do I advance?
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Why this works
Shows you the career advancement opportunities and helps you understand how to grow and develop in your role or program.
11What are the work-life balance policies and how do I manage my time?
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What are the work-life balance policies and how do I manage my time?
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Why this works
Reveals the work-life balance support available and helps you understand how to manage your time effectively and maintain a healthy balance.
12What are the diversity and inclusion initiatives and how do I participate?
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What are the diversity and inclusion initiatives and how do I participate?
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Why this works
Shows you the diversity and inclusion efforts and helps you understand how to participate in and support these initiatives.
13What are the feedback and coaching processes and how do I get guidance?
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What are the feedback and coaching processes and how do I get guidance?
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Why this works
Reveals the feedback systems and helps you understand how to receive guidance and support for your professional development.
14What are the conflict resolution processes and how do I handle disagreements?
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What are the conflict resolution processes and how do I handle disagreements?
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Why this works
Shows you the conflict resolution procedures and helps you understand how to handle disagreements and conflicts constructively.
15What are the recognition and reward systems and how am I acknowledged?
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What are the recognition and reward systems and how am I acknowledged?
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Why this works
Reveals the recognition programs and helps you understand how your contributions and achievements will be acknowledged and rewarded.
16What are the networking opportunities and how do I build professional relationships?
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What are the networking opportunities and how do I build professional relationships?
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Why this works
Shows you the networking opportunities available and helps you understand how to build professional relationships and expand your network.
17What are the innovation and improvement processes and how do I contribute?
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What are the innovation and improvement processes and how do I contribute?
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Why this works
Reveals the innovation opportunities and helps you understand how to contribute to improvements and innovations in your role or program.
18What are the compliance and regulatory requirements I need to follow?
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What are the compliance and regulatory requirements I need to follow?
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Why this works
Shows you the compliance requirements and helps you understand what regulations and standards you need to follow in your role.
19What are the mentorship and guidance opportunities and how do I find mentors?
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What are the mentorship and guidance opportunities and how do I find mentors?
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Why this works
Reveals the mentorship programs and helps you understand how to find mentors and guidance for your professional development.
20What are the next steps and what should I focus on in my first few weeks?
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What are the next steps and what should I focus on in my first few weeks?
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Why this works
Shows you the immediate priorities and helps you understand what to focus on in your first few weeks to get off to a strong start.
How to Make the Most of Your Orientation
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Best Practices
Focus on Understanding Expectations
Ask questions that help you understand your role, responsibilities, and what's expected of you. This sets you up for success from the start.
Assess Available Resources and Support
Ask about resources, support services, and development opportunities. This helps you understand what's available to help you succeed.
Understand Policies and Procedures
Ask about policies, procedures, and compliance requirements. This ensures you understand the rules and can follow proper protocols.
Question Sequences
The Role and Expectations Series
The Resources and Support Series
Common Pitfalls
Don't Focus Only on Immediate Needs
While understanding your immediate role is important, also ask about long-term development opportunities and how to advance in your career.
Don't Ignore Support Systems
Ask about resources, support services, and development opportunities. These are crucial for your success and professional growth.
Don't Overlook Communication
Ask about communication channels and how to stay informed. This is important for staying connected and understanding updates and changes.