First impressions are important not only to clients, but also to ensure the longevity of a new employee. An HR World article details 7 steps you can take to create a successful first day for your new hire.

1. Greet your new employee on time.
2. Have a workspace assigned and ready for the employee with any necessary supplies, such as a computer, company email address, pens, notepad, and telephone.
3. Encourage coworkers to introduce themselves to the new employee.
4. Provide basic information, such as a tour of the facilities and brief description of the employee's role.
5. Get the employee connected. Furnish a full phone extension and email list to the employee and assign him or her to a veteran worker who can provide training or serve as a point of contact for questions.
6. Invite the employee to lunch.
7. Get feedback from the employee to ensure the first day is going smoothly and any questions are answered.

Source: HR World, "7 Things to Do on an Employee's First Day" by Brittany Maling