Did You Know? The Hidden Costs of Bad Hires

When it comes to building strong teams, hiring the right people is one of the most critical steps you can take. But what happens when new hires don’t stay—or worse, when the wrong person is brought on board?

The numbers tell a powerful story:

• 1 in 4 new hires leave within the first six months

• The average cost of a bad hire is 30% of their first-year salary

• High turnover leads to low morale, lost productivity, and shrinking profits

These hiring headaches aren’t just frustrating—they’re expensive. Every bad hire costs not only money, but also time, energy, and momentum for your entire team. When turnover becomes a pattern, it can erode employee morale and stall company growth.

Why Do New Hires Leave?

There are many reasons behind high early turnover: poor job fit, lack of proper onboarding, unclear expectations, or inadequate training and support. Whatever the reason, the cost adds up quickly.

How to Hire Smarter

The good news is that companies don’t have to accept turnover as the norm. With the right talent assessment tools and a strategic onboarding program, you can:

• Identify candidates who are the best fit for both the role and your company culture

• Reduce the risk of mis-hires by using data-driven insights instead of gut instinct

• Boost retention by supporting employees with a structured, year-long onboarding program

• Protect your bottom line by lowering turnover and increasing productivity

At Talevation, we help organizations hire smarter and retain longer with assessment solutions designed to match the right people to the right roles—while giving new employees the tools they need to thrive beyond the first six months.

💡 Ready to stop turnover in its tracks? Let’s chat about how Talevation can help your organization make better hires and keep them for the long run.