Perfect Welcome Messages to Greet New Employees on Their First Day
28 July 2025
After clearing multiple rounds of interviews, a person becomes an employee of a company. They get their dream job, their desired role with the preferred perks. They walk in with talent and trust.
The question is, will our company's culture make them feel safe, supported, and seen? Their feelings today shape their future tomorrow. If we want to retain talent, these feelings should be dealt with maturity, inclusion, and trust.
Importance of the First Day
Research shows that 69% of employees are more likely to stay with a company for 3+ years if they have a great onboarding experience—and that begins on Day One.
From the first day, an employee starts to evaluate the culture, vibes, and atmosphere of the organisation. It sets the tone for everything else. It shapes the perception of the company’s culture. It builds trust, loyalty, and influence retention. Employees subconsciously ask:
- “Am I welcome?”
- “Am I seen and valued?”
- “Do I belong here?”
Dear Human Resource Managers, there are a few vital aspects that can make an employee's first day a memorable one. A warm welcome message from the manager/CEO, a virtual or in-person team introduction, an assigned mentor to support for a week/month, a welcome lunch, and at the end of the day, an HR meeting just to know how he/she felt.
Today we are discussing the impact a welcome message can make on an employee's first day, making it the most unforgettable one. An employee greeting should have a personal touch, warmth, excitement, guidance, motivation, support, and inclusion. A perfect blend of all the above can be a perfect welcome message. The message eases the nerves, shows they are valued and respected, and reinforces a positive work culture.
Let's discover a few perfect welcome messages to greet new employees on their first day:
1.“Welcome aboard, Priya! We’re excited to have your expertise on our sales team. I look forward to working with you and supporting your growth here at [Company]. Let’s make this journey impactful!”
2.“Hey, Rahul! We’re thrilled to have you. Can’t wait to collaborate, celebrate wins, and grab lunch together. You’ve got a whole team rooting for you!”
3.“Welcome, Hardik. Your professional journey with us begins today, and we are elated to have you on our team. Cheers to all your future successes.”
4.“Hi Aditi, Welcome to [Company Name]—even if we’re miles apart, you’re part of the family now! Everything you need to get started is ready. We’ve got your back.”
5.“Welcome, Ronit, to the place where you truly belong. Eagerly waiting for our collaboration.”
6.“Big round of applause to Ritesh, who joined us today as a sales manager. He will be looking after the East Division. He is supremely talented and an achiever. We are looking forward to all the suggestions and ideas he has to offer.”
7.“Glad to have you, Malvika; let’s grow together and make a difference.”
8.“Welcome to the [Company] family, Nikhil. You were chosen for a reason, and we’re excited to see the value you’ll bring. This is the beginning of something amazing.”
9.“Welcome, Swati! We’re so happy you’re here. Today is Day One of many great ones ahead!”10.“Hello, Rikwik. Every successful professional’s journey begins with small steps. Welcome to yours.”
11.“Working with us is a dream come true for millions. Congratulations, Smitha; yours just came true. Welcome Onboard.”
12.“Hello, Satyam. We are electrified to have you on our [Department’s name] Team. The post was vacant for so long because we wanted a deserving candidate, and then we found you. We are looking forward to a very productive tenure. Welcome to the [Company] Family.”
13.“We at [Company] believe in freedom and responsibility. Congratulations, you got yours today.”
14.“Welcome, Richa. Thank you for choosing us to grow your career. We are not building a company; we are building leaders, and I see one in front of me. Happy to have you.”
15.“We waited for the last three months. And here you are. Welcome onboard, Sitara. You have made an impact in the interview round, and now we are looking forward to great ideas and a successful year.”
A perfect welcome message, accompanied by a welcome kit and a Pluxee gift card, is truly magical. We at Pluxee empower our employees with the most comprehensive benefits suite. Unlock a world of employee benefits designed for success. Our range of benefits comprises new-generation benefits like learning and development, health and wellness, and devices and equipment, in addition to meals, incentives, fuel, telecom, and uniforms. Giving a Pluxee card as a welcome gift will motivate and inspire employees to do better.
For more gifting ideas, also read https://www.pluxee.in/blog/top-10-eco-friendly-corporate-gifts/.
Let’s work together to transform the roller coaster of emotions, expectations, uncertainty, excitement, and anxiety into hope, optimism, and success. Let’s go beyond simply onboarding them.
