EPISODE #9

First 90 Days: How to Set Your New Hires Up for Long-Term Success

In Episode 9 of Hire Smart and Scale Fast, Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda unpack the critical importance of a new hire’s first 90 days. From psychological insights to tactical onboarding strategies, this episode outlines how early experiences shape long-term retention and performance. You’ll learn why onboarding is one of the most overlooked drivers of culture, how remote teams require a different approach, and why failing to create momentum early on could cost your business its best people. Whether you’re hiring your first employee or your hundredth, this episode is packed with frameworks, stats, and real-world examples that will elevate your onboarding process and strengthen your company culture. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & topics 00:32 – Importance of first 90 days 00:50 – Onboarding stat (30% drop-off) 01:50 – Power of Moments insight 03:16 – 30/60/90 framework 03:46 – 30-day reflection emails 05:22 – Remote team stat (20% more contact) 06:10 – Creating connection remotely 06:41 – Culture > convenience 08:11 – Client red flags 09:55 – Outro & wrap-up About the show: Hire Smart helps business leaders build teams that scale smart and stay strong. Hosted by Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda, the show offers actionable insights into hiring, company culture, and leadership in the age of rapid growth and AI-driven transformation. Subscribe and learn how to hire better, lead stronger, and grow smarter. More episodes: hiresmartpodcast.com Follow Eric Farber on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericfarber123 Follow Hunter Miranda on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/huntermiranda