When people join an organization, they must “learn the ropes” and become familiar with “the way things are done.” It’s important to help newcomers fit into the work environment in a way that furthers their development and performance potential. Socialization is the process of influencing the expectations, behavior, and attitudes of a new employee in a desirable way.
Orientation – a set of activities designed to familiarize new employees with their jobs, coworkers, and key aspects of the organization as a whole. This includes clarifying mission and culture, explaining operating objectives and job expectations, and communicating policies and procedures.