This is the first time I have heard of a company which puts the responsibility for onboarding to staff rather than on the organisation.

If the model for increasing income is reduced by helping other staff members then why would the company expect staff to reduce their income to benefit the organisation.

My guess is that the person who suggested staff should act as a buddy and loose income is a manager.

On a minor note, not sure I understand how tatk time is used for a bonus, tatk time is the pace of the process and outside the influence of workers. Forgive me if I have misunderstood this.

Hi Danute,
The buddy system offers several advantages, and I have taken it upon myself to make it an enjoyable experience for employees. However, I do not support giving extra income/compensation for same instead, we can make it non-monetary award. I personally created buddy program, sharing details, as it might give an idea:
To ensure fairness, employees have the opportunity to self-nominate, and the final selection is shared with leaders since not everyone can be a buddy. We provide training to equip employees with the necessary skills, investing in their growth and development, and even awarding them a certificate upon completion of a one-day training session. As part of our onboarding process, every new employee is assigned a buddy for their first week. This buddy provides support and guidance during the initial days, helping the new joiner acclimate to the company culture and job responsibilities. To evaluate the effectiveness of the buddy support, new joiners are encouraged to rate their buddy's assistance after the week concludes. To foster ongoing engagement and motivation, we organize quarterly buddy awards accompanied by a celebratory lunch. This recognition serves as an incentive for employees to actively participate in the buddy system. By acknowledging their efforts, we create a positive atmosphere and encourage continuous involvement in the program.

Overall, by making the buddy system enjoyable, investing in employee training, and providing recognition, we aim to create a supportive and engaging environment that promotes collaboration and enhances the onboarding experience for new employees.