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
-
Customize
welcome-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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