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Survey: Nearly All Tech Leaders In Canada Say They've Made A Bad Hire


TORONTO, Aug. 16, 2018 /CNW/ - Whether they're recruiting for a "purple squirrel," "unicorn" or "rock star," tech hiring managers say there is often a disconnect between the skills they need and the skills of the people they hire. In new research from Robert Half Technology, 93 per cent of IT hiring decision makers admitted to making a bad hire, and 38 per cent acknowledged it was due to a corporate culture issue, meaning the new hire wasn't a good fit for the company or work environment.

Poor tech hires take a toll. (CNW Group/Robert Half Technology)

Skills-based issues (30 per cent) and interpersonal problems (25 per cent) have also contributed to hiring mistakes, together accounting for over half of bad hires, according to IT leaders.

While culture fit is the main issue with poor hires, the challenges may start early in the hiring process, as 44 per cent of IT managers said adequate technical skills are the most difficult thing to evaluate during a job interview. Corporate culture followed, at 36 per cent, and 20 per cent of survey respondents said soft skills are hardest to gauge.

"The negative effects of a poor hiring decision can be felt across all areas of the business," said Deborah Bottineau, a district director for Robert Half Technology. "Not only do they cost organizations time and money, inadequate hires also impact overall productivity and morale, especially if the rest of the team is picking up the slack."

"Strong candidates are easier to identify when you have a clear understanding of your organization's values and needs," continued Bottineau. "A thorough, flexible and decisive recruitment strategy that assesses technology skills alongside team and company culture fit will help ensure new hires remain engaged and successful."

Robert Half Technology provides five tips to help hiring managers avoid costly mistakes when recruiting IT talent:

About the Research

The online survey was developed by Robert Half Technology and conducted by a leading independent research firm. The report is based on responses from more than 270 senior managers in Canada. All respondents were screened to have hiring authority for the information systems or information technology department of a company.

About Robert Half Technology

With more than 120 locations worldwide, Robert Half Technology is a leading provider of technology professionals for initiatives ranging from web development and multiplatform systems integration to network security and technical support. Robert Half Technology offers online job search services at roberthalf.ca/technology. Visitors can also request a copy of the Robert Half Technology 2018 Salary Guide.

SOURCE Robert Half Technology


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