A lot of recruiters spend time and effort bringing in new hires, but once the new hire steps through the door they do nothing to ensure they stick around. Here are 5 tips for keeping your new hires.

1. Send them a welcome e-mail containing a link to orientation material, benefits, FAQs, etc., before they start the job.

2. Plan strategically who the new hire will meet in her first few days, preferably workers who are friendly and have a great attitude about the company. Avoid having the new hire wait around in the lobby while you figure out what needs to be done.

3. Don't have the new hire start during the week when her direct boss will be out of town. That will create a feeling of disconnection for her

4. Give the new hire a project to start working on, but don't overwhelm her.

5. Orient the new hire to the company's culture. For example, if you have casual Fridays, be sure to let her know so she does not show up in a suit on her first Friday.