Considering Hiring a Candidate with No Experience? Here's What You Need to Know!
With career shifts on the rise and a new generation emerging, it’s very possible that someone with little experience in your industry could end up in one of your interviews. Before you discount a candidate, there are a few things to consider. Keep these keys in mind as you decide on whether or not a potential hire with no direct experience is right for your business.
Investing
When a candidate lacks experience, it simply means they need to gain it. Investing in an employee’s career builds loyalty and rapport. The new applicant is a hidden gem, waiting for someone to discover their potential. If you don’t invest in them or the next generation, someone will. Hiring an inexperienced employee who is new to the workforce could be your key to drawing in fresh talent in the future.
Trainability
Training an inexperienced employee means you can teach them how to do their job. While experienced employees may come with know-how, they may have a set way of doing things, making change hard. Inexperienced are usually open to ideas and mentorship. Their adaptability means you have an opportunity to shape their processes. Remember, when mentoring an employee, kindness is always vital!
Character
Shark Tank star Lori Greiner once said, “I’ve always believed you hire character and train skill.” Character and integrity are the building blocks for great hires. When you find a candidate who possesses it, value it. Hard skills can be taught, but character must be developed. Hard workers and quick learners can tackle almost any task with the right resources.
Fresh perspective
Finally, inexperienced employees bring fresh perspectives. If you’ve been considering updating some of your processes or need a new set of eyes, an employee who is new to the industry could help. They will often see things objectively or from an angle you may have never considered. Asking for their feedback could bring innovation and fresh perspective to a role that needs it.
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