UrbanBound Blog Belonging Begins Before Day One: How Relocation Support Sets the Tone for New Hires in Healthcare

Clan, tribe, posse …whatever you call it, humans are born with the need to belong. Ever since our Neanderthal ancestors realized that banding together improved their chance of survival, the need to be part of a group was hardwired into our psyches. So, when a human—say, a healthcare professional—accepts a job that requires relocation, they’re taking a huge risk, exchanging their familiar circle for the unknown. The sooner you can make those new hires feel like they belong, the more successful they’ll be. But here’s the catch: once the job offer has been accepted, most of your new hire’s next interactions will be with…your relocation company. First impressions matter. That’s why it’s important to know that your relocation provider is acting as your welcome committee in every respect, every step of the way.