Purposes of Socialization

Socialization

In order to reduce the anxiety that new employees may experience, attempts should be made to integrate

the person into the informal organization. The initial T&D effort designed for employees is Socialization,

the guided adjustment of new employees to the company, the job, and the work group.

Purposes of Socialization

Socialization formats are unique to each firm. However, some basic purposes include emphasizing these areas: the employment situation (job, department, and company), company policies and rules, compensation and benefits, corporate culture, team membership, employee development, dealing with change, and socialization.

a. The Employment Situation

A basic purpose, from the firm‘s viewpoint, quickly as possible. Therefore, specific information about performing the job may be provided at

an early point in time.

b. Company Policies and Rules

Every job within an organization must be performed considering the guidelines and constraints provided by policies and rules. Employees must have an understanding of these to permit a smooth transition to the workplace.

c. Compensation and Benefits

Employees will have a special interest in obtaining information about the reward system. Although this information is usually provided during the recruitment and selection process, a review of the data is appropriate during Socialization.

d. Corporate Culture

The firm‘s culture reflects, in effect, how w the way employees dress to the way they talk.

e. Team Membership

A new employee‘s abilityeams is andmostlikelywillingnessdeterminedbeforeheor to she is hired. In Socialization, the importance of becoming a valued member of the company team

may be emphasized.

f. Employee Development

Employees should know exactly what is expected of them and what is required by the firm for advancement in the job or via promotion.

g. Dealing With Change

Employees at all levels must learn to effectively deal with change in order to survive in their jobs. The best way individuals can be prepared for change is to continually develop and expand their sKills.

h. Socialization

In order to reduce the anxiety that new employees may experience, attempts should be made to integrate the person into the informal organization.