Debunking myths: The truth about working with a staffing agency
Discover the true benefits of partnering with a staffing agency.
When it comes to partnering with a staffing agency, many businesses have misconceptions that can prevent them from leveraging this valuable resource. From concerns about cost and control to doubts about candidate quality, these myths often overshadow the real benefits that staffing agencies offer.
Whether you’re a small startup or a large enterprise, understanding the realities of staffing agencies can help you make informed decisions and maximize your recruitment efforts. While each staffing agency operates differently, here are four common myths and truths that every business needs to know.
Myth: Agencies only provide temporary workers
Truth: Most staffing agencies provide a range of employment solutions tailored to meet your business needs. These offerings typically include seasonal, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire placements.
Myth: Agencies don’t provide quality candidates
Truth: Staffing agencies have access to extensive talent pools and conduct thorough screenings, background checks, and skills assessments. This approach ensures that they provide a list of candidates who are not only qualified but also likely to excel in the given position.
Myth: Staffing agencies are too expensive
Truth: While staffing agencies charge employers a fee for their services, having additional support might save your company more in the long run. These agencies have extensive knowledge in hiring and employment which helps them spot problems during the screening process, identify appropriate salary ranges and hire faster. This results in time saved and less turnover, which all contributes to long-term savings for your business. Ultimately, the cost of a bad hire can far exceed the fees paid to a staffing agency.
Myth: Staffing agencies aren’t worth the investment
Truth: The strategic partnership you get when working with a staffing agency can lead to better hiring outcomes, reduced turnover, and overall cost savings, making it a worthwhile investment for businesses.
ALTRES Staffing has been connecting Hawaiʻi employers and jobseekers since 1969. Find out how their seasoned team of recruiters can help you by visiting altres.com/find-talent or call (808) 591-4940.
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