In many ways, the way you bring an employee or volunteer on board sets the tone for their experience going forward. It goes beyond just setting them up with a key card or a lanyard with a name tag; it’s a chance to introduce them to the culture they’re joining and communicate how valuable they are to the team. Special guests Josiah Jones and Lanie Eberhard joined this week’s Church Leadership Podcast to share their best practices for starting things on the right foot.   

Onboarding Documents from Watermark's HR Department:
Onboarding Document - Hosts and Guests
Onboarding Document - Events and Ministries
Onboarding Document - Contacting Facilites, IT and Production
Onboarding Document - Writing Your Website Bio

Recommended Podcast Episodes for New Team Members:
1. Views from the Porch “How to Work at Work”
2. Views from the Porch “Becoming Unoffendable”
3. Views from the Porch “Leading Up Part 1”
4. Views from the Porch “Leading Up Part 2”
5. Church Leaders Podcast “Giving and Receiving Feedback”
6. Church Leaders Podcast “Responding to Criticism”
7. Church Leaders Podcast “What Older Leaders Want You to Know”
8. Church Leaders Podcast “A Leaders First 90 Days”

Church Leaders Conference is Watermark Resources’ annual event designed to refresh, equip, and inspire church leaders. Whether you’re a senior pastor, small group leader, tech director, or serve in operations, CLC offers two full days of practical training, biblical encouragement, and behind-the-scenes access to real ministry in action. Through main stage sessions, over 50 breakout options, and live ministry showcases, attendees gain tools and insights to strengthen their leadership and better serve their local churches. Join us on April 27-28 or April 29-30, 2026 in Dallas, TX. Learn more and register at CLC26.com.