The True Cost of a Bad Hire And How to Avoid It with Temporary Staffing

First, let's discuss numbers. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, a poor hire may cost up to 30% of the worker's yearly compensation. Not only is money squandered, but training time, lost output, low morale, and even strained customer relationships are all involved.

Why Does a Poor Hire Cost So Much?

Skill deficits aren't always the problem. Sometimes it's a lack of drive, a bad attitude, or a cultural fit issue. Furthermore, these issues frequently go undetected for weeks or months.

This is when temporary staffing comes in handy.

Temporary staffing allows you to test things out. Performance, conduct, and cultural fit can all be evaluated without making a long-term commitment. Consider it akin to courtship before marriage.

Employers screen applicants for you. This entails verifying abilities, references, and frequently even soft skills like communication and flexibility.

Flexibility and Speed

Need someone quickly? Staffing companies are able to provide. For either long-term requirements or short-term initiatives, they have candidates ready to go. Additionally, temporary employees can cover vacancies while you look for the ideal full-time employee.

How to Make the Most of It

• Be clear about job expectations.

• Communicate your company culture.

• Give temp workers proper onboarding even if they’re just there short-term.

Avoiding a bad hire isn’t just about being cautious, it’s about being smart. Temporary staffing is a powerful tool that gives you the flexibility to get it right before making it permanent.

Sources:

• U.S. Department of Labor

• SHRM, "The Cost of a Bad Hire Can Be Astronomical" (2017)

• Robert Half, "The Real Cost of a Bad Hire"