Staffing is critically important to a business, regardless of its size. All firms take the same risk in hiring a new employee; however, the smaller the firm, the greater the consequences in lost time and money of hiring (and then firing) the wrong employee. To lessen this risk, it is key that employers apply good recruiting and hiring techniques.

The recruiting and hiring process extends through employee training and onboarding. The impressions that an employee develops during the first few days, weeks, and months of employment will affect that employee’s attitude toward the company. Overcoming a negative impression presents a much greater challenge than starting the relationship off on the right foot.