You don’t know what needs to be done, so you're looking for someone who's been in this spot before. If they have solved this problem once, they can do it again. The truth is, you might spend months hunting for this person. And when you find them, their experience often comes with a high price tag.
But there's something else you should know. Even if you find this so-called "perfect match," they might repeat the same old mistakes everyone in the industry makes. Why? Because they've been around long enough to think that's just how things are done. It's a cycle that’s hard to break and could cost you more than you think.
A Fresh Pair of Eyes and Ears
So, instead of hiring Mr. or Ms. Perfect-Resume, why not look for someone with less experience but who is smart and eager to learn? You might think it's risky, but here's the deal. These people have to figure out how to solve problems to keep their jobs. That's a big motivator. And they don’t carry the baggage of old industry mistakes.
Newbies are often more comfortable with the latest tech and are open to different approaches. They're not stuck in their ways because they haven't been around long enough for a "way." This is a good thing. You get a problem solver, not just someone who follows a checklist they made 20 years ago.
Cost Isn't Everything, But It's Not Nothing
You might save some money by hiring someone newer to the field. Lower salaries, fewer extra costs like consultants or a support team. That's great for your budget. But this isn't just about saving money. It’s about getting more for what you spend.
New hires eager to prove themselves can bring much more to the table. You’re not just filling a job but adding new energy to your team. Seeing a colleague diving into challenges and coming up with new solutions can inspire them to up their own game.
Being Ahead Means Being Open
Old problems often need new solutions. And new problems? Well, they need new thinking. Hiring someone who hasn't been around long enough to get stuck adds flexibility to your team. These people don't just ask, "How was this solved before?" They ask, "How can this be solved better?"
Business is constantly changing. To stay ahead, you need a team that can change with it. Sometimes, the best person for the job isn't the one who’s done it a thousand times before. It’s the one who's eager to do it for the first time and willing to find the best way to make it happen.