Induction Training

Meaning

• Induction training is the process of introducing new employees (or extension personnel in agriculture) to the organization, its objectives, culture, rules, and their specific roles.
• It is the first step of training given immediately after recruitment and before assigning duties.

Objectives

1. To familiarize the new employee with the organization.
2. To create a sense of belonging and confidence.
3. To help employees understand their roles and responsibilities.
4. To reduce anxiety and confusion in a new workplace.
5. To build positive attitudes and work culture from the start.

Features

• Conducted immediately after recruitment.
• Short in duration (a few days to weeks).
• Covers both organizational orientation (rules, policies, structure) and job orientation (duties, responsibilities).

Example in Agricultural Extension

• NAARM, Hyderabad (since 1973) conducts Foundation & Induction Training for newly recruited Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists before they are posted.
• Helps them understand ICAR system, research priorities, and extension linkages.

Advantages

• Smooth transition of new employees into the organization.
• Builds confidence and reduces early turnover.
• Improves communication between employer and employee.
• Aligns employees’ goals with organizational goals.

Job Enrichment

Meaning

• Job enrichment is a method of motivating employees by redesigning jobs to make them more meaningful, challenging, and rewarding.
• It was first proposed by Frederick Herzberg (1968) as part of his Two-Factor Theory of Motivation.
• It focuses on vertical job loading – giving employees more responsibility, autonomy, and opportunities for growth, instead of just more tasks.

Objectives

1. To increase employee motivation and satisfaction.
2. To reduce monotony and boredom of repetitive work.
3. To improve creativity and innovation.
4. To enhance role efficacy and sense of achievement.
5. To prepare employees for higher-level responsibilities.

Features

• Involves vertical expansion of jobs (authority, decision-making power).
• Focuses on quality of work life rather than quantity.
• Provides opportunities for learning and growth.
• Increases employee involvement in planning, controlling, and evaluating work.

Techniques of Job Enrichment

1. Increasing responsibility – assigning decision-making powers.
2. Providing feedback – clear performance evaluation.
3. Encouraging participation – involving employees in planning.
4. Skill variety – training in multiple areas.
5. Adding meaning – linking job with organizational goals.

Job Enlargement vs Job Enrichment