Before the Employee Arrives

You'll want to prepare a packet for the employee that contains all the necessary information that the employee will need, including:

necessary forms, like the W-4 and the I-9
any written policies or work rules, including a handbook or safety information
any benefits information, including pamphlets or booklets from the insurance companies, materials that compare and explain specific coverage levels and benefits, and any enrollment and beneficiary designation forms
information that explains the pay schedule, deductions from pay, availability of sick leave, and vacation time
any marketing materials or product descriptions that can give your new employee insight into your business