Remote Onboarding (Rise)

The Challenge 

New remote employees often experience: 

• Overwhelm from competing priorities 

• Lack of clarity on expectations 

• Ineffective communication across channels 

This leads to reduced confidence and slower time to productivity. 

My Approach 

I applied a learner-centered design approach focused on real-world application rather than passive content consumption: 

• Anchored the experience in relatable workplace scenarios 

• Structured content into clear, actionable steps 

• Designed decision points that mirror authentic remote work challenges 

Key Design Decisions 

• Scenario-Based Learning: Learners practice prioritizing tasks and selecting communication channels in realistic situations 

• Progressive Structure: Content builds from foundational concepts (Week 1 priorities) to long-term success (30-day outcomes) 

• Reflection & Application: Prompts encourage learners to align learning with their own role 

• Practical Tools: Included a usable onboarding checklist to support the transfer of learning 

Accessibility & Inclusive Design 

• Structured content to reduce cognitive load and support clarity 

• Designed with multimodal elements to support different learning preferences 

• Ensured navigation and content flow were intuitive for first-time users 

Use of AI in Development 

• Generated draft slide content in Rise to accelerate development 

• Refined AI-generated content to ensure clarity, tone, and instructional alignment 

Impact 

Learners leave with: 

• Clear strategies to prioritize effectively 

• Confidence in communicating within remote teams 

• A structured approach to achieving success in their first 30 days