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"You Decide" List for New Hires
On day one, hand the new hire a list of 15 decisions they make alone without consulting you.
Goal
Accelerate autonomy from day one instead of weeks of "may I?".
Steps
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Before arrival, write 15 routine decisions in their role.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
New hire starts with exceptional confidence and 30% above-expected output.
Evidence base
School: Onboarding Research
Founders: Talya Bauer (2010)
Bauer (SHRM) — onboarding research links early autonomy to long-term performance.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does ""You Decide" List for New Hires" take?
This exercise takes about 40 minutes, practiced with another person in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of ""You Decide" List for New Hires"?
New hire starts with exceptional confidence and 30% above-expected output. In the short term: Onboarding to autonomy in 30 days vs typical 90.
Is ""You Decide" List for New Hires" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Onboarding Research (Talya Bauer (2010)). Bauer (SHRM) — onboarding research links early autonomy to long-term performance.
Is ""You Decide" List for New Hires" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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