Are you using a fork to slice a carrot? A broom to mop the floor? Perhaps pedaling a fridge on a bike across town? You could, but should you?
Sure, you might manage. You might even pat yourself on the back for it. But let’s get real—using the right tool amplifies success. It’s efficient. It’s smart. Would you willingly pay more for a ‘maybe’ when you could invest in a ‘definitely’?
We understand this with tools. So, why do we forget it when it comes to people?
We’ve all seen it. The underqualified candidate lands the job. They don’t tick the boxes for experience or fit, yet there they are. It’s a common play.
Promotions handed out like door prizes, because why not? Because they’re familiar, not because they’re ready. We throw them in the deep end, no lifeline, no floaties, and we’re surprised when they flounder. We think we can turn forks into knives and brooms into mops, but at what cost?
Choosing the right person for the job is a game-changer. They need to come equipped, or we have to be committed to equipping them. That’s time, training, transformation.
Time – it’s the currency of change. And we’re often short-changed on patience.
Don’t confuse convenience with capability. Don’t mistake a quick hire for a lasting solution. Success isn’t a grab bag of assorted traits. It’s the result of careful choice, the right fit, not just the familiar face.
Choose wisely. Your organization’s success depends on it.
