“Contract to hire” can be a confusing proposition, but it can be beneficial to both employees and employers.
Many people may be skeptical of the notion of contract to hire, but this can be of benefit to both employee and employer. Here are ways it’s good for both the job seeker and the company seeking staff.
Good for Employers
- It provides a trial period of a potential new employee, without the full expense of hiring new people.
- It allows for additional staffing for short time periods, without being a strain on the budget later when the budget might not support it.
- It easily adapts to a changing and varied workflow. Labor Solutions, Inc. is a perfect partner for satisfying those changing needs.
- It brings fresh perspectives as it can be a relatively constant stream of people from outside your company with new “eyes” and new ideas.
Good for Employees
- It provides an opportunity to prove your value.
- It looks good on a resume as this sort of work is becoming more and more common. If you’re interested in this sort of work, check out Labor Solutions’ job board for current postings.
- It allows you to find out if the company is a good fit for you before you commit to them.
- It often pays more due to you taking the risk of not having a job when the contract is up.
Things to consider when you are in a contract to hire scenario
- What is the time frame for this contract?
- What do YOU need to do to turn this contract into a permanent position?
- Know which industries contract for hire positions are common in.
- Remember, sometimes you’ll have no control over what happens next.
Contract to hire may not be the right fit for every person or for every company. However, whether you are an employer or a job seeker, if this is a fit for you, Labor Solutions, Inc. can help you make the right connection.
