How to Avoid Post-Decision Dissonance with Your New Hires

HR leaders and hiring managers, have you ever experienced this? 

Imagine you're making a big decision, like buying a new car. You've done all your research beforehand, and then you find yourself driving off the lot. Later that evening, as your new car sits in the driveway, you suddenly find yourself reviewing consumer reports online and researching the exact car you already bought. 😰

That is called post-decision dissonance, the feeling we get after making a big decision that would be difficult to reverse. 🔄

That feeling makes us ask: "Did I make the right decision?" 🧐

Where am I going with this, you ask?

Well, here's the deal.

Your new hires are most likely experiencing post-decision dissonance, too. 🤚

Even if they're excited to join your team, they may wonder, "Did I make the right decision?"

 So, instead of offering them the job and then ghosting them for two weeks until they show up... 👻

this is when you should increase the frequency of your communication to address any doubts that may arise after their decision.

This ultimately helps your new hires overcome post-decision dissonance and enter their new role feeling secure and prepared. 💪

Here's also a free PDF download for you to continue to set up your new hires up for success. ⤵️

Click here to download a PDF called A Guide to Discussing New Roles and Positions created to help you guide your team members bring clarity to their roles.  💙

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