At every start of the year, dozens of managers take on new roles. However, 70% of African companies lack a structured managerial onboarding process. The result: loss of direction, political mistakes, quick demotivation… and even early departures.
A manager’s success in the first 90 days influences 60% of their annual performance. It’s also a key moment to align culture, expectations, and approach. Too often, new managers are left to “swim alone,” assuming their status grants autonomy.
But being a good contributor doesn’t make you a good leader. Managerial onboarding requires real engineering:
- Training on internal codes (both informal and formal),
- Clarification of areas of autonomy,
- Definition of initial deliverables,
- Setting up an internal mentoring pair.
3 onboarding kits we recommend:
- Express Pack (SMEs < 50p): role sheet + CEO check-in at J+30 + HR check-in at J+90
- Executive Pack (Mid-size businesses): onboarding booklet + field immersion + peer mentor
- Leader Pack (Top 10%): leadership training + 360° soft skills + individual coaching
Onboarding a manager is onboarding a lever. It’s also a strategic moment to “inject culture” into the organization. Every missed onboarding costs more than a failed recruitment.
You can learn more by contacting us at: contact@talent2africa.com