When you have trouble finding the perfect person for the job, consider reexamining your hiring criteria. Loosening the requirements may help you attract promising candidates who are less than a perfect match but who could be great workers. Consider some key questions: What qualification are absolutely essential to the job? What skills can a candidate learn on the job or with additional training? What skills and abilities are desirable but not “must-haves?” If you’re still unsure about someone, you could make a temp-to-hire arrangement. Read the full article.
