The Hidden Cost of a Mis-Hire

Written By Amin Hunani

Every founder or COO knows the sting of a bad hire. It’s not just the salary wasted — it’s the lost time, team frustration, and the opportunity cost of momentum stalled. But what’s often underestimated is just how expensive a mis-hire really is.

Why Mis-Hires Happen

  • Rushed, reactive recruiting

  • Relying on “gut feel” instead of structured assessments

  • Lack of clarity on success in the role

The True Cost

  • Lost productivity (a mis-hire costs up to 30% of first-year earnings)

  • Manager burnout from re-training or re-hiring

  • Team morale dip and turnover ripple effects

How to Hire Smarter

At Impact Bridge Consulting, we use the Fit–Grow–Impact™ Model to:

  • Define success before posting a role

  • Use scorecards and assessments to reduce bias

  • Coach hiring managers to make consistent, confident decisions

Amin Hunani
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