Beyond 'How are things going?': Mercury Ad Releases 'New Graduate Follow-up Confirmation Sheet for Mentors' to Support and Walk Alongside New Hires' True Feelings

Mercury Ad Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kita-ku, Osaka; Representative Director: Keisuke Tokuyama) has released the 'New Graduate Follow-up Confirmation Sheet for Mentors,' designed for mentors (instructors and advisors) who support new employees hired through new graduate recruitment. This sheet aims to visualize new hires' small struggles and true feelings, enabling support with an appropriate sense of distance.

▼ Details and download for the 'New Graduate Follow-up Confirmation Sheet for Mentors' here: https://mercury-ad.design/NwVS1KTa/d4HqCsHt

Background of Development: The Reality That 'Consult me if anything comes up' is the Most Difficult

Several months after joining the company as a new graduate, a common concern among on-site mentors is that 'they can't see the new hires' true feelings.'

'How are things going?' 'Everything's fine!' Behind such routine exchanges, new hires often harbor anxieties like 'Is this too small to consult about?' or 'I don't want to be seen as incompetent,' leading to isolation in many cases.

Mentors, on the other hand, worry, 'Will I be disliked if I intrude too much?' and 'But I can't just leave them alone,' struggling with the right distance. This sheet was developed as an opportunity to break down these 'invisible walls' and help mentors engage with new hires not as 'instructors' but as 'partners' who walk alongside them.

Three Features of the 'New Graduate Follow-up Confirmation Sheet for Mentors'

This sheet is not for evaluating new hires but is a communication tool designed to convey the message 'We care about you' and foster a sense of security.

1. [Condition Check] First, engage as a 'person'

Deliberately postponing work-related discussions, the focus is on physical and mental health, such as 'Are you sleeping well?' and 'Are you enjoying your meals?' By accepting the individual's state as a whole, mentors build psychological safety where new hires feel, 'This is a place where I can speak my true feelings.'

2. [Learning Retention and Hurdles] Transform 'Can't do' into 'Challenges'

Organize what is currently taking the most time and which tasks are perceived as difficult. By identifying vague 'I don't know' as concrete 'challenges,' mentors can provide precise technical support and prevent new hires from losing confidence.

3. [Next Steps and Psychological Support] The reassurance of 'You are not alone'

While sharing goals like 'Let's try this next,' mentors also engage in dialogue about what kind of support new hires would like. By redefining mentors as partners, it alleviates new hires' loneliness and draws out positive motivation.

Reduces the Burden on Mentors Themselves

The role of a mentor is an energy-intensive job that directly absorbs the emotions of new hires. By placing this sheet between them, mentors can face new hires from a neutral perspective without becoming overly emotional. Furthermore, by recording daily changes, it serves as a record of the mentor's own coaching experience, leading to their personal growth.

Finally (from the Development Team)

The process of supporting new hires' growth also leads to your own growth as a mentor. Without feeling too pressured to 'do it perfectly,' why not start by using this sheet to listen to the new hires' feelings? We support you and your new hires as you take steps forward together.

Service/Download Overview

Name: New Graduate Follow-up Confirmation Sheet for Mentors

Usage Scenes: Regular 1-on-1 meetings, weekly/monthly reviews, mental health checks

Distribution Method: Available for download from the special page below.

URL: https://mercury-ad.design/NwVS1KTa/d4HqCsHt

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Mercury Ad Co., Ltd.

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– Realizing customers' visions through design and creating attractive brand experiences. –

Mercury Ad is a comprehensive design and consulting firm based in Osaka. We provide multifaceted business support to diverse clients, including those in the hotel industry, ranging from graphic design, web UI/UX, branding, and e-commerce support to the latest AR solutions.

In our HR consulting business, we support the sustainable growth of companies from a 'people' perspective. We offer unique HR solutions that integrate creativity and strategy, from securing talent based on recruitment branding to inner branding that enhances organizational engagement, training, and the establishment of personnel evaluation systems.

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Location: Kita-ku, Osaka