I’ll start by answering your question with a couple of questions.

Did you know that according to Business News Daily the average cost in 2024 to hire a new employee is $4,700? That covers all employees, so depending on the role, it may be more or less. Also, did you know there was a report out earlier in 2024 on PR Newswire that lists the cost to rehire and lost productivity for employee turnover at an average of $36,295? So, the first part is understanding the costs and hidden costs. Not to mention how churn can have a negative effect on a team.

We get asked all the time, “What if the prospective employee won’t fill out the assessment?”

If they are unwilling to complete their first assignment, you may want to ask yourself how reliable they will be in your organization. For instance, many companies require a drug screen. It’s not optional for them. If the candidate chooses not to go to the clinic, they have, in effect, disqualified themselves. Pre-screening tools can be viewed in the same way.

If a candidate is excited to be part of your team, they will do what you ask. It’s as simple as that.

Pre-screening tools, such as IntegriScreen and the Talent Selfie are proven to ensure you hire the best candidate to drive productivity and improve employee retention.

It’s the perfect time to put analytics in place. There are many qualified job seekers out there right now who are motivated and ready to work. These tools will help you source them quickly and in a cost-effective way.

 – Brad