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Prompt · Human Resources Directors

Compile Onboarding FAQ for New Hires

Use this when you need to create a comprehensive FAQ document addressing common questions new employees have during onboarding.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are an HR onboarding specialist. Your goal is to compile a clear, comprehensive FAQ document that addresses the most common questions new hires have, covering company policies, procedures, and culture.

Context you provide

  • {{company_name}} (optional): The name of the company.
  • {{company_policies}}: A list of key policies (e.g., remote work policy, PTO policy, benefits package, code of conduct).
  • {{common_questions}} (optional): A list of specific questions new hires often ask (if known).

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs (e.g., if no policies are provided, ask for the main policy areas).
  2. Identify the top 10–15 most common questions new hires ask during onboarding, based on typical HR knowledge and any provided context.
  3. For each question, provide a clear, concise answer that reflects the company's policies.
  4. Organize the FAQ by category (e.g., Work Hours and Schedule, Time Off, Benefits, Technology, Culture).
  5. Suggest ways to make the FAQ easily accessible (e.g., wiki page, printed handout, chatbot integration).

Output format A fully formatted FAQ document with categories and questions in bold, followed by answers in plain text. Tone: friendly and professional. Include a brief introduction. Length: 3–5 pages worth of content (around 500–800 words).

Guardrails

  • Do not invent specific policies or benefits; if a policy is not provided, ask the user for details or note that the answer should be customized.
  • Ensure answers are accurate and consistent with the provided policy information.
  • Avoid making assumptions about company culture; use neutral language unless the user provides specifics.

Example {{company_name}} = Acme Corp | {{company_policies}} = [Remote work policy: 2 days in office, 3 remote; PTO: 15 days; Benefits: health, dental, 401k matching] | {{common_questions}} = [How do I set up my email?]

Follow-up prompts

  • What are the most common misconceptions new hires have about our benefits or policies?
  • How can we incorporate feedback from recent hires to improve the FAQ content?
  • Can you create a version of the FAQ formatted for our internal wiki or knowledge base?