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How Much Does Bad Remote Onboarding Cost?
Poor onboarding makes early departure 2.5x more likely; replacing that hire costs 50-200% of annual salary (SHRM).
· July 11, 2026· 1 min read
Key takeaways
- Poor onboarding: 2.5x more likely to leave within 6 months.
- Replacing an early leaver costs 50-200% of annual salary (SHRM).
New hires who experience poor onboarding are 2.5x more likely to leave within 6 months. Replacing a new hire who leaves early costs 50-200% of their annual salary (SHRM).
For the full remote onboarding framework, see How to Onboard Remote Employees Effectively Across Time Zones.