Starting a business? It is especially critical to consider Smart Staffing options when you are unsure of your real needs, the needs will change significantly, or if cash is tight.

What type of employee do you need? You have several options — full-time, part-time, work-at-home, or temporary employees. You can also outsource the work to independent contractors who bring their specific expertise to a specific project or business function. While you need to match the candidate’s qualifications to the requirements of the job description, you must also determine what type of employee you really need. Even an A level employee can inhibit the successful growth of your company if you hire the individual full-time, when all you need is a temporary fill-in. This will create a financial drain on profits and cause a talented employee to be underutilized.

What Type of Employees Do you Need?

When choosing the type of employee, you need to consider

• The amount of help you need. Do you need someone 40 hours a week or 20?
• The length of time. Will you need this employee on a regular basis (full time), only during peak hours (part-time), or only during peak periods (temporary)?
• The variability of demand. Do you need one person 40 hours a week (one full-time employee), or two people to work 20 hours a week during your busiest hours (two part-time employees)?
• The level of expertise required. Does the project or business function require special knowledge or training that you cannot provide?
• The frequency of the requirement. Do you need someone for a one-time project, fairly frequently, or on a consistent basis?