Let’s talk hiring. You’re drowning in resumes from Indeed, LinkedIn
and ZipRecruiter. The floodgates open, and suddenly you’ve got a hundred applicants—all of them proclaiming to be your next superstar. Sounds like a dream, right? More like a nightmare. Here’s the thing: scrolling through resumes, catching typos, and attempting to read between the lines of “results-driven professional” is not what you should be doing.
Why a Recruiter Might Be Your Best Bet
Hiring a recruiter might feel like a luxury—who wants to fork over 20% of a new hire’s salary just to find someone? But let’s flip that thinking. What’s the cost of your time? If you’re the mastermind behind your business’s growth, is spending hours knee-deep in resumes really the best use of your talents?
Here’s the kicker: A good recruiter will do more than dump a stack of resumes on your desk. They’ll take the time to understand your company culture and know exactly what kind of candidate fits best. They’ll sift through the masses, run tests, and only bring you the cream of the crop. And if the new hire doesn’t work out? A solid recruiter has a guarantee window—90 to 180 days. If things go south, they’ll replace the candidate. You don't get that kind of safety net doing it solo.
The “Hire Slow, Fire Fast” Philosophy
When you do the hiring yourself, you’re emotionally invested. You’ve put in the hours, and now you’re clinging to the hope that this candidate will work out—even when all signs point to “Nope.” With a recruiter, you’ve got a little emotional distance. If they don’t fit, cut them loose, and let the recruiter earn that fee by finding a new option.
So, next time you’re stuck on another Saturday scrolling through resumes, ask yourself: Could my time be better spent somewhere else? Probably.