A clear start avoids most early frustrations. Plan the first week as carefully as the hiring.
Prepare
- A written list of tasks and how you like them done
- Emergency contacts, doctors, vets and allergy information
- Where supplies, shutoffs and first aid kits are
- How to reach you, and when to call instead of text
Check in
- A short chat at the end of each day the first week
- A longer conversation at the end of the trial
- Ask what would make the job easier
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