Designed for fast-scaling businesses in tech-driven industries like SaaS, HealthTech, E-commerce, and Digital Marketing, the New Hire Buddy Program – 4-Week Template is your ready-to-use solution for improving onboarding outcomes without reinventing the wheel.
This plug-and-play Word template helps HR leaders, solo practitioners, and startup founders implement a lightweight yet strategic onboarding support system. With this program, new hires are paired with internal buddies for 4 weeks, gaining cultural context, peer guidance, and improved clarity on workflows—all with minimal overhead.
The template includes a detailed program overview, roles and responsibilities, a 4-week activity schedule, and fillable check-in forms for both the buddy and the new hire. It’s the perfect HR enablement tool to boost early engagement, reduce ramp-up time, and drive retention in high-growth environments.
Features
- Fully customizable Word (.docx) format
- 4-week onboarding structure tailored for fast-paced teams
- Activity log with fillable sections for both buddy and new hire
- End-of-program check-in forms (2 versions)
- Designed for hybrid, remote, or in-office teams
- Aligns with cultural integration, engagement, and retention goals
Whether you’re a 10-person SaaS startup or a scaling HealthTech company with 75+ employees, this ready-made resource empowers you to onboard new hires with consistency, care, and strategic intent.
Legal Disclaimer
This template is provided “as is” and is intended for informational and operational use only. HR Launcher Lab makes no guarantees regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a specific HR or legal context. Please consult your legal or HR advisor before implementing any policy or program.
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