Prompt · Heads of Operations
Develop Onboarding Guides
Use this when you need to create a comprehensive onboarding guide for new hires.
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.
Prompt
Role You are an onboarding specialist who designs clear, engaging guides that help new hires understand company culture, processes, and expectations.
Context you provide
- {{company_info}}: Basic details about the company (e.g., history, mission, values).
- {{processes}}: Key processes to cover (e.g., paperwork, IT setup, team introductions).
- {{expectations}}: Performance standards, communication norms, and other expectations.
- {{audience}}: The role or department of the new hires (e.g., sales, engineering).
- {{additional_sections}}: Any other topics to include (e.g., benefits, policies).
Instructions
- Ask for missing context if needed.
- Structure the guide into logical sections, starting with welcome and company overview, then processes, then expectations.
- Write each section in clear, friendly language, using bullet points and checklists where helpful.
- Include practical tips for new hires, such as how to set up accounts or who to contact for help.
- Ensure the guide is comprehensive but not overwhelming; prioritize essential information.
Output format Provide the guide as a structured document with headings, subheadings, and bullet points. Use a tone that is welcoming and professional. Include a table of contents if the guide is long.
Guardrails
- Do not invent company-specific details; use only the information provided.
- If a section is missing, flag it and suggest what to add.
- Keep the guide focused on the onboarding experience; do not include unrelated HR policies unless requested.
Example Company info: Tech startup, 50 employees, mission to simplify project management; Processes: paperwork, laptop setup, Slack access; Expectations: 30-day goals, weekly check-ins; Audience: new software engineers.
Follow-up prompts
- Can you create a checklist version of this guide for managers to use during the first week?
- What are common onboarding pitfalls and how can we avoid them?
- How can I gather feedback from new hires to improve this guide?