What are some simple hacks to enable employees to be in charge of their learning from day 1?

(Question posted by participants in recent webinars)

Imagine if you provided someone with the ability to self-assess against the competency model for their new job on the first day of work.  They would know exactly the org’s expectations for their job, they would know what gaps they have, and they would be able to create their first learning plan on day one.  Plus, they would help their new manager know exactly how to help them.

If you think about it a competency model is a roadmap for success in the role.  Could you provide someone with a better playbook?