How To Avoid Being A Bad And Costly Hire
Many employers list loss of productivity, lost time to recruit and train another worker, and the cost to recruit and train another worker as the main pitfalls of making a bad hire.But let’s flip our perspective for a moment and consider that what if you are that bad hire? More importantly, as you look for your next job, how can you improve the perception to your new employer that you are not that bad, high-risk new hire?
You might be hiding in a corner right now wondering what you did wrong but don’t put all the blame on yourself. In fact, it’s partially the employer’s fault. If you’ve been fired because you just weren’t the right fit for a company, keep your chin up. Learn from your mistakes and the ones made by the hiring manager, and make sure your next job is a great fit for both you and your employer.
The following are a few ways to avoid being a bad hire for a company.
Try research the employee you are replacing. This can be a tough task. Use your networking skills and try to find out what happened with the employee you are replacing. You may need to walk a fine line between not being too nosy, but proper research should benefit you and your employer.
Research your employer. Just as the employer needs to do sufficient research on you, you also need to conduct adequate research on the company. This needs to be done way before you accept the job. In fact, you should be doing research prior to writing the cover letter. Before you accept any job offer, take the time to truly understand the mechanics of your employer. Do a little research online; Take a look at their website, social media accounts, and any recent news.
Understand your job requirements. If the candidate didn’t understand the job requirements, this may be part of the problem. Understanding the job you’re accepting can help ensure you’re not making a poor decision in terms of fit or skills.
Job seekers are often so enthralled in simply getting a job, they forget any job isn’t the same as the right job. So, make sure you asked a lot of questions during your interview. If you’d like to hear more about processes, deadlines, managers or any job related work, don’t hesitate to ask. This will give you a better sense of your day to day work, and if that work aligns with your skills and experience.
Be honest with your employer. It’s easy to get overzealous about accepting any job but being honest with your employer is vital. Lying on your resume, cover letter, references or during the interview will never work in your favor. Lies, large and small, often have a way of finding their way back. Be upfront about anything that the employer might need to know before you’re hired.
Avoid being a bad hire by having some foresight before accepting any job. Your employer will thank you for it later.
Have you ever been fired or do you know anyone who was fired because you were a poor fit with the company? How do you recommend rectifying these situations in the future?
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