A new team member naturally works slower in the first few weeks. The problem starts when they’re immediately given the same workload as an experienced colleague — the result is either delayed tasks or rushed, lower-quality work.
How to adjust workload for ramp-up
- Fewer tasks are assigned in the first weeks compared to experienced team members
- The manager can see how the newcomer’s pace changes week by week
- Full workload is reached gradually, not assigned from day one