A common mistake too many business owners and entrepreneurs make is selecting the wrong talent. Just as with the good entrepreneurs it is a struggle to determine the correct price to bill for your goods and services so do they often sell themselves short on talent.

Finding the right fit is important to the success of your venture. While this list is in no way totally inclusive – you as a potential employer should carefully screen and select each candidate to insure they

• Fit your culture
• Share your ethics and values
• Embrace the mission of your company
• Are willing to become a part of your team
• Bring value to you
• Have the potential to grow with you

A warm body may solve a short term problem and but when you factor the cost of training them as well as the possible negative affect they can have on your client and your company’s reputation is it worth the cost?

business, Character, employee, ethics, James Staton, leadership, Lionel Spearman, Orientation, Stephen Bailey, strategic planning