The Recruiting Lie That’s K*ll*ng Home Service Businesses

Treat recruiting like a sales and marketing function, focusing on metrics and KPIs to measure ROI and optimize your hiring process.

Consider adopting a retainer-based recruiting model like MTM Recruiting's; it can be more cost-effective than high-percentage direct placement fees, especially if you hire more than a few people annually.

Invest in canvassing as a lead generation strategy; it can provide exclusive leads and has been proven successful by billion-dollar companies like Power, despite its perceived difficulty.

Prioritize quality of hire and retention over finding the 'cheapest' recruiting solution; a bad hire can be far more costly in the long run.

Charge a fair price for your services and maintain healthy profit margins; this allows you to cover costs, offer good service, and absorb unexpected issues without compromising your business.

Maintain high standards for your recruiting partners; ensure they prioritize candidate well-being and only place talent in organizations that offer genuine growth opportunities.