“Experience,” the top job requirement on nearly every job posting, isn’t always an absolute necessity. In fact, “Experience Required” could actually
be a barrier to landing great employees. At Inspire Results, we coach clients to “hire for attitude, train for skills.” Skills can transfer from one industry to another but character aspects—like work ethic, values, and attitude—come with the human package and are typically not trainable.
Whether your company does CNC machining to elevator installation or
manufacturing to marketing and IT services, you can respond to skilled labor shortages by seeking first things like ‘being a team player,’ ‘has a positive outlook,’ and ‘takes accountability.’
Derek and Erin Hammer are long-time clients of Inspire Results and have demonstrated this beautifully. The Hammers, who own US-based Hammer MetalWerks, take this advice to heart and are reaping the rewards of an attitude-first hiring approach.
“Our laser operator and brake press operator had never used those machines in their life before working here. But they were intelligent, familiar with computer systems, and had a positive attitude to learning, so we hired them based on that,” said Derek, President.
Derek and Erin, Vice-President who also functions as HR Director, have found that you can train and upskill an employee who has a good attitude… and that benefits the employee as well as the company.
Read about how to hire for what may seem like elusive and subjective qualities here and read the Hammer’s article here.
Upcoming Events
Growth Plan Workshop
June 20, 2024 Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport 8555 Stansted Road, Indianapolis
9:30 am - 4 pm
"Coffee and Connect"9 - 9:30 am "Cocktail and Connect"4 pm to ? Discover the potential in your business by completing your Single Sheet Business Plan.
Then break it into quarterly, monthly, weekly & daily goals and get a line-of-sight from your daily tasks to your 10-30 year purpose.
Step out of the day-to-day for just 1 day, get organized, complete a prescribed planning process, and walk away with an action plan that leads to greater profits and free time back.
For owners & leaders of small to medium sized businesses. Bring your 2nd-in-command or your whole leadership team! *Registration Required
Congratulations to Maribeth Getubig, “Beth,” who joined the Inspire Results team as an Administrative Assistant.
With exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, we are SO excited to have her on our team!
Beth’s strong communication and multitasking abilities make her an invaluable asset.
Outside of work, she enjoys photography and exploring new cultures.
Help business owners who need us, find us. Connect us and get $1k! Make an e-intro to Brad@InspireResults.com with the biz owner's name, company name, & email address. We'll do the
rest. If they become an Inspire Results client, we'll give you $1k!
