Hiring used to be simpler.
You’d post a job, get a few solid applicants, interview the top ones, and pick your person. But today? It feels like an endless cycle of sifting, ghosting, and second-guessing. And it’s taking a toll – not just on your time, but on your team’s performance and your bottom line.
If you’ve found yourself wondering “Why am I spending so much time on hiring, only to get it wrong?” — you’re not alone. You’re also not wrong for feeling frustrated. Because hiring is hard. Especially when it’s just one of a hundred things on your plate.
Here’s what you’re up against, and why it might be time to get some expert support.
The Hiring Process Is Slowing You Down
We’re in a strange time: there’s no shortage of applicants, but still a shortage of quality hires. And the more applications you get, the more time it takes to properly screen and assess them.
In fact, 54% of Canadian hiring managers report that the influx of applications is slowing down the hiring process. What was once a streamlined effort now feels like an administrative burden — one that distracts from your actual job.
And – not to mention – while you’re trying to catch up, your top candidates are losing interest.
58% of Canadian job-seekers say they lose interest if they don’t get a response within 10 business days. That’s barely two weeks to review, interview, and respond… otherwise, they’re gone. And if you’re not moving fast enough, chances are your competitors are.
Bad Hires Cost More Than You Think
Even when you do hire someone, it doesn’t always work out- and those mistakes are costly. On average, it takes about 11 weeks (~77 days) to recognize a poor hire, plus an additional 5 weeks (~35 days) to replace them. That’s over 3 months of lost momentum, stress on your team, and a role sitting half-filled.
How can get that any worse? The financial hit. The average loss from a bad hire is $14,900. Not including the opportunity cost, productivity loss, and internal strain. (Ugh.)
And let’s be honest: when hiring goes wrong, it doesn’t just affect one role. It affects culture. Team morale. Customer satisfaction. And your ability to lead effectively.
Why Outsource Your Hiring?
Hiring isn’t just about who looks best on paper. It’s about seeing people clearly the right fit for the right team, at the right time. And that takes experience, capacity, and a deep understanding of the market.
That’s where Envol comes in.
“Hiring isn’t just about finding someone who can do the job. While that’s important, hiring new team members is also about finding someone who will thrive in the role and grow with your team. When you’re moving fast or wearing a hundred hats, it’s easy to miss those signs. We’re here to help you turn down the noise so that it’s easy for you to make confident, well-informed decisions.”
— Rikka Bouseh, President at Envol
The Good News? You Don’t Have to Do it Alone.
Hiring isn’t your full-time job – but it is ours. So if you're ready to stop wasting time, energy, and resources on hiring mistakes that cost you more than they’re worth, let's talk.
Let’s build the kind of team that helps your business grow, without burning you out in the process.
Ready to outsource your hiring and start making smarter hiring decisions?