The first day at work shapes how a new hire sees the company. A well-made welcome kit says “we were expecting you” and gives them what they need to get started.
What to include
The basics
- Branded t-shirt or polo, if the team wears one.
- Tumbler or bottle for the desk.
- Notebook and pen for the first meetings.
- Lanyard with the badge, if the office has access control.
To step it up
- A backpack for the laptop.
- A welcome card signed by the team.
- A short guide with key contacts and the first week’s plan.
The box communicates too
Presenting everything in a branded box with decorative fill turns several loose items into a single gift. Many people post it on LinkedIn, which also helps the employer brand.
Order in batches
If you hire throughout the year, order a batch of kits in mixed sizes to keep on hand. That way you are not assembling a kit at the last minute when someone starts on Monday.
How to measure it
Ask in the 30-day survey how the welcome felt. It is a simple data point that tells you whether the kit is doing its job.
With the welcome kit we assemble the full box with your items and your brand. If you want something not in the catalog, we will get it.
