Construction Genius

Hiring a great candidate is one thing. Keeping them engaged, productive, and committed? That’s where most companies fall apart. 24% of new hires quit within weeks when onboarding is a mess. But when it’s done right, 69% stay for at least three years. In this episode, Manja Horner, founder of Boost LD, breaks down how to create an onboarding experience that:  ✅ Eliminates Day One Confusion – So new hires don’t feel like an afterthought. ✅ Builds Instant Team Chemistry – Without forced, cringeworthy team-building exercises. ✅ Filters Out Bad Fits Early – Before you waste months training the wrong person. ✅ Gets Employees Contributing Fast – Because a long orientation doesn’t pay the bills. This isn’t another fluffy HR discussion. It’s a deep dive into how construction leaders can get new hires up to speed faster, improve retention, and avoid costly hiring mistakes.     Key Takeaways 1. Most Companies Get Onboarding Wrong (Here’s Why) They don’t have a structured plan. New hires arrive to zero direction—no