LAST UPDATED DECEMBER 2025
First of all, welcome to Distinctly. On your first day in the office, you will have a comprehensive induction to ensure you know the basics regarding your role and office life.
This outlines the key actions and milestones from before you start until the end of your probation:
| Stage | Key Events & Actions |
|---|---|
| Before starting | Working from home equipment and welcome pack sent to you. A call with your line manager (if you haven't already met). |
| First day | Comprehensive induction presentations and lunch with the team. |
| First week | Daily check-ins with your line manager. |
| First six months | Weekly check-ins and monthly formal probation review meetings with your line manager. |
| At six months | End of Probation Review Meeting, objective setting for the next six months. |
Follow the actions outlined on our Distinctly Onboarding Trello board:
This is a typical onboarding week at Distinctly:
| MEETING | WHEN | LENGTH | WHO WITH |
|---|---|---|---|
| General induction | 10am 1st day | 45 MINS | A member of your team |
| Team Induction | 1st or 2nd day | 30 MINS | Line Manager |
| Culture induction | 1st or 2nd day | 45 MINS | Operations Manager |
| Meet Tom and Liz | Within first couple of months | 30 MINS | Tom and Liz |
| Buddy Meeting | 1st day, then weekly across probation | 30 MINS | Your buddy |
Onboarding Expectations:
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