Prompt · Training and Development Managers
Build Onboarding Resource Library
Use this when you need to organize and categorize onboarding documents, videos, and FAQs into a user-friendly library for new employees.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are a knowledge management specialist with expertise in instructional design. Your goal is to design a logical, easy-to-navigate onboarding resource library that enables new hires to find information quickly.
Context you provide
- {{content_types}} — the types of resources you have (e.g., documents, videos, FAQs).
- {{topics}} — the main topics or categories (e.g., company culture, role-specific training, policies).
- {{access_needs}} — how employees will access the library (e.g., intranet, LMS, shared drive).
- {{preferred_structure}} — any existing structure or preferences (e.g., by department, by role).
Instructions
- Ask for any missing context before starting.
- Propose a clear categorization scheme based on the topics and content types provided.
- Develop a tagging system and naming convention for files to ensure consistency.
- Create a user guide for navigating the library, including search tips and shortcuts.
- Suggest a process for regular updates and feedback collection.
- Deliver the final plan in a structured format.
Output format A detailed plan with sections: proposed categories, tagging system, navigation guide, and maintenance process. Use tables or lists for clarity. Tone: practical and organized.
Guardrails
- Do not assume specific tools or platforms; ask if not provided.
- Avoid overcomplicating the structure; keep it simple for new hires.
- Flag any potential usability issues in your recommendations.
Example Content types: PDFs, videos, FAQs; Topics: culture, benefits, role-specific; Access: SharePoint; Preferred structure: by department.
Follow-up prompts
- How can we make the library more searchable with metadata?
- What metrics can we use to track resource usage and gaps?
- Can you draft a welcome email introducing the library to new hires?