Client Onboarding Kit
Professional welcome packets, intake questionnaires, project kick-off checklists, and communication templates that make your first impression as polished as your work. Reduce onboarding time from days to hours.
What's Included
| File | Description |
|---|---|
welcome-packet.md | Branded welcome document template |
intake-questionnaire.md | Comprehensive project intake form |
kickoff-checklist.md | Step-by-step kick-off meeting agenda |
communication-guide.md | Response time expectations and channel guide |
project-timeline-template.md | Milestone-based timeline framework |
access-credentials-form.md | Secure credential collection template |
src/client_onboarding_kit/core.py | Python automation for onboarding workflows |
src/client_onboarding_kit/utils.py | Helper utilities for template generation |
config.example.yaml | Customization configuration |
Quick Start
Extract the ZIP archive
Customizewelcome-packet.mdwith your business name and branding
Select the intake questionnaire variant matching your service type
Send the welcome packet + questionnaire to new clients immediately after signing
Use the kick-off checklist to run your first meeting
Template Examples
Welcome Packet Structure
# Welcome to [YOUR BUSINESS NAME]
Dear [CLIENT NAME],
Thank you for choosing [YOUR BUSINESS] for your [PROJECT TYPE] project.
This packet contains everything you need to know about working with me.
## What Happens Next
1. ✅ Contract signed (done!)
2. 📋 Complete the intake questionnaire (attached)
3. 📅 Kick-off call scheduled for [DATE]
4. 🔑 Share necessary access credentials (secure form attached)
5. 🚀 Project work begins [START DATE]
## How We Communicate
| Channel | Use For | Response Time |
|----------------|----------------------------|----------------|
| Email | Non-urgent updates, docs | Within 24 hrs |
| Slack/Teams | Quick questions, approvals | Within 4 hrs |
| Video Call | Scheduled meetings only | By appointment |
| Phone | Emergencies only | Within 1 hr |
## Project Milestones
| Phase | Deliverable | Target Date |
|----------------|---------------------|-------------|
| Discovery | Requirements doc | Week 1 |
| Design | Mockups/wireframes | Week 2-3 |
| Build | Working prototype | Week 4-6 |
| Review | Revision rounds | Week 7 |
| Launch | Final delivery | Week 8 |
## My Working Hours
[YOUR TIMEZONE] — [HOURS, e.g., Mon-Fri 9am-5pm]
Intake Questionnaire (Web Development Variant)
# Project Intake Questionnaire
## About Your Business
1. Business name: ________________
2. Industry/niche: ________________
3. Target audience (describe your ideal customer): ________________
4. Top 3 competitors (URLs if available): ________________
## Project Goals
5. What is the primary goal of this project?
□ Generate leads □ Sell products □ Build authority □ Other: ____
6. How will you measure success? ________________
7. What's your launch deadline? ________________
## Design Preferences
8. List 3 websites you admire and why: ________________
9. Brand colors (hex codes if available): ________________
10. Existing brand assets? □ Logo □ Style guide □ Photos □ None
## Technical Requirements
11. Current website URL (if redesign): ________________
12. Hosting preference: □ I have hosting □ Need recommendation
13. Required integrations: □ Email marketing □ CRM □ Payment
□ Analytics □ Social media □ Other: ________________
## Content
14. Who will provide written content? □ Me □ You □ Copywriter
15. Who will provide images/video? □ Me □ Stock □ Photographer
16. Estimated number of pages: ________________
Kick-Off Meeting Checklist
## Kick-Off Meeting Agenda (60 minutes)
### Before the Meeting
- [ ] Review completed intake questionnaire
- [ ] Prepare project timeline draft
- [ ] Set up project management board
- [ ] Create shared folder for deliverables
- [ ] Test screen sharing and recording
### During the Meeting (60 min)
- [ ] (5 min) Introductions and rapport building
- [ ] (10 min) Review project scope and goals
- [ ] (10 min) Walk through timeline and milestones
- [ ] (10 min) Discuss communication preferences
- [ ] (10 min) Review intake questionnaire answers — clarify gaps
- [ ] (10 min) Discuss access/credentials needed
- [ ] (5 min) Confirm next steps and action items
### After the Meeting
- [ ] Send meeting summary email within 2 hours
- [ ] Share project management board access
- [ ] Send credential collection form
- [ ] Schedule first milestone check-in
- [ ] Begin discovery phase
Usage Tips
Send the welcome packet within 1 hour of contract signing — first impressions matter
Customize the questionnaire to your niche — remove irrelevant questions
Record kick-off calls (with permission) so you can reference details later
Set response time expectations early. Clients respect boundaries that are stated upfront
Use the credential form instead of asking for passwords over email
Best Practices
Automate what you can. The Python scripts generate personalized packets from YAML config
Create niche variants. A web dev questionnaire differs from a copywriting one
Include a FAQ section in your welcome packet — it reduces back-and-forth
Track completion. Follow up if the questionnaire isn't returned within 48 hours
Iterate each quarter. Add questions that you find yourself asking repeatedly
Keep it short. 15-20 questions max on intake — save deep discovery for the kick-off call
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