Introducing DayOne: Our New Pre-boarding Platform for Early Talent
Introducing DayOne: Our New Pre-boarding Platform for Early Talent
If you’ve just wrapped up a round of university recruitment, you’ll know that there’s a big gap between the job offer and day one on the job. What happens between offer and start can have a big impact on how your early talent settles in. And the data backs it up:
Graduates who feel positive about their onboarding are 2.6 times more likely to be highly satisfied in their jobs. (Gallup)
Organisations with strong onboarding practices see over 70 percent gains in new hire productivity. (Brandon Hall Group Research)
Pre-boarding plays a key role in improving role clarity, confidence, and social integration. (SHRM)
In the 2024 NZAGE Graduate Survey, 11 percent of graduates said they had reneged on a role before even starting – often due to a lack of early engagement.
Now is the time to build engagement and start setting your graduates and interns up for success.
Here’s what it helps you do:
Prepare graduates with practical workplace skills
Build a connected and engaged graduate cohort
Offer virtual office tours and cultural insights
Support early confidence and clarity before they walk through the door
DayOne is a research-backed pre-boarding programme designed specifically for employers hiring 10 or more graduates or interns. It bridges the gap between offer and start, helping early talent feel confident, connected, and ready to hit the ground running from their very first day.
How does it work?
Delivered through a seamless online platform, DayOne is fully customisable and designed around the things early talent needs most. It’s packed with interactive learning, opportunities for connection, and optional live sessions to support a smooth transition from study to work.
A Quick Look at the Platform
DayOne combines structured learning with real-time interaction and community-building. It’s designed for ease, visibility, and maximum impact.
Course Material
Use our evidence-based modules or add your own company-specific content.Community Features
Schedule posts, run polls, share updates, and encourage peer stories to build energy before day one.Member Management
Track engagement, connect grads with shared interests, and encourage collaboration across your intake.Events
Host live sessions like grad panels or Q&As. View RSVPs and follow up, all from within the platform.Chat
Enable group chat and direct messaging, so graduates start forming connections before they even start.
Built with Gen Z in Mind
No more cobbling together onboarding packs or last-minute welcome emails. DayOne is a modern, digital-first experience that meets Gen Z where they are. It’s intuitive, flexible, and puts your employer brand front and centre from the beginning.
Let’s build an award-winning candidate experience together.
