When your startup grows and takes on another employee it is a huge step for your business. While you might’ve been going it solo previously, or just working alongside your co-founder, when you hire a new employee it’s a strong sign that your business is flourishing. However, hiring employees doesn’t come as second nature to everyone, so it makes sense to get clued up on the process before taking the plunge.
Define the role
Going into the recruitment process with a vague idea about the requirements unfortunately won’t cut it. Start with the skills you are missing and then build a job description around this. Many people believe that a broad job description will allow you to cast a wider net, but you can actually put people off applying if you don’t get into the specifics.
Ask around your network
You might already have the ideal employee right under your nose, so it’s worth asking around your network to see if anyone has any recommendations. It’s also worth noting that hiring from within your network will make it easier to choose someone, as they will all have someone you trust to vouch for them.
Decide if you can afford a full-time employee
If you only have a short-term need for an employee, then you should be up front about this in your job description. If you are asking someone to leave their current position to join your company, it isn’t fair to ask them to do this if you have no intention of keeping them on board. If you only have a short-term requirement, then a contractor might be a better fit.
Get everything checked over
It’s worth having employment lawyers look at your contracts, employee handbook and other legal documents to make sure everything is compliant with the local employment law. You don’t want to run into legal trouble over something minor, as this can be a considerable cost.
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