Before day one
Your manager and HR should have sent you the following before you start. If anything is missing, contact HR immediately.- Signed offer letter
- Benefits enrollment information
- IT setup instructions and equipment info (device shipped or available on day one)
- First-day logistics: location (or video call link), start time, who to contact
- Welcome email with links to key systems
If you’re remote, your device should arrive before your start date. If it hasn’t arrived 2 business days before you start, contact hr@blevinsholdings.com.
Day one checklist
Account setup
IT will provision your core accounts. You’ll receive an email with SSO login instructions for your company email, Slack, and other core tools within the first hour of your start time.
- Sign in to your company Google Workspace account
- Set up MFA on your Google account (required — see Security Policy)
- Sign in to Slack using SSO
- Accept any pending tool invites in your inbox
Device setup
Follow IT’s device setup guide sent to your personal email. Key steps:
- Verify MDM enrollment with IT
- Enable full-disk encryption
- Install and configure the company password manager
- Install any role-specific tools from the Tools page
Read the core policies
HR will send you a policy acknowledgment link. Before clicking it, read the actual policies:Once read, complete the acknowledgment form. This is required.
Meet your team
Your manager will introduce you to your immediate team. Check the Teams page for an overview of the broader organization and who owns what.
Get oriented
Review these pages today or in your first few days:
- Company overview — who we are and what we do
- Communication guide — how we communicate day-to-day
- Tools page — the software we use
Week one priorities
- Complete all required policy acknowledgments (HR will send a link)
- Set up MFA on all company accounts (required for every account)
- Schedule a 1:1 with your manager
- Schedule intro calls with key teammates (your manager will advise who)
- Get access to any remaining tools you need — submit access requests via IT
- Familiarize yourself with your team’s current projects and priorities
- Join the relevant Slack channels for your team and role
- Review the Benefits guide and complete any time-sensitive enrollment actions
First 30 days
| Week | Focus | Key actions |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Orientation and setup | Accounts, policies, intros, tools |
| Week 2 | Deep-dive on your team’s work | Understand current projects, read relevant docs, shadow teammates |
| Week 3 | First contributions | Take on defined tasks with support from your manager and team |
| Week 4 | Growing independence | Complete your first real deliverables; 30-day check-in with manager |
30-day check-in
At the end of your first month, you’ll have a 30-day check-in with your manager. This is a two-way conversation:- How are you feeling about the role so far?
- Are you getting the support and context you need?
- What’s going well? What’s still unclear?
- What are your priorities for the next 30 days?
Key people to meet in your first month
In addition to your immediate team, aim to connect with the following people in your first 30 days:| Who | Why | How to reach |
|---|---|---|
| Your manager | Your primary support and guide | Set up weekly 1:1s from day one |
| IT | Device setup, access, security | it@blevinsholdings.com or #it-help |
| HR | Benefits, questions, culture | hr@blevinsholdings.com or #hr-help |
| Your team’s key collaborators | Cross-functional partners your team works with regularly | Your manager will advise |
Getting access to systems and tools
Most core tools (email, Slack, core apps) are provisioned automatically. For additional access:- Check the Tools page to confirm the tool is approved
- Submit an access request via the IT helpdesk
- Include your manager’s name for approval
- Most access requests are fulfilled within 1 business day
Common first-week questions
When do I get paid?
When do I get paid?
Payroll runs [bi-weekly / semi-monthly / monthly] on [day(s)]. Your first paycheck will arrive on [next payroll date after start]. Questions about payroll go to hr@blevinsholdings.com.
How do I request time off?
How do I request time off?
Submit PTO requests via [the HR system — link]. See the Benefits guide for PTO policy details. For your first 90 days, give your manager a heads-up before submitting.
What hours am I expected to work?
What hours am I expected to work?
Blevins Holdings has [flexible hours / core hours of X–Y / defined work hours]. Check with your manager for team-specific expectations. See the Remote Work Policy if you’re working remotely.
Where do I go with questions that aren't covered here?
Where do I go with questions that aren't covered here?
Your manager is your first resource. For HR questions, contact hr@blevinsholdings.com. For IT issues, contact it@blevinsholdings.com. For anything else, ask in #general on Slack — someone will point you in the right direction.
How do I get reimbursed for work expenses?
How do I get reimbursed for work expenses?
Submit expenses via [the expense tool — link]. See the Expense Reimbursement Policy for what’s covered and the submission process.
What should I do if I'm not sure about something?
What should I do if I'm not sure about something?
Ask. There are no silly questions in your first month. Your manager, teammates, and HR are all here to help you succeed.
Resources you’ll keep coming back to
| Resource | What it is | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Company overview | Who we are, our mission and values | Company |
| Teams | Team structure and contacts | Teams |
| Tools | Approved software and setup guides | Tools |
| Communication guide | How we communicate day-to-day | Communication |
| Benefits | PTO, health, retirement | Benefits |
| Policies | Rules and compliance | Policies overview |
| IT helpdesk | Tickets, access requests | it@blevinsholdings.com |
| HR | People, benefits, culture | hr@blevinsholdings.com |
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