The Real Cost of a Bad Hire in Staffing: Numbers That Will Change How You Screen
The Real Cost of a Bad Hire in Staffing: Numbers That Will Change How You Screen Every staffing agency owner knows bad hires are expensive. The industry says 30% of first-year salary. But that number — as bad as it sounds — dramatically understates the real damage. A bad placement doesn’t just cost money. It burns client relationships, demoralizes your team, and creates ripple effects that compound for months. This guide breaks down the actual cost of bad hires in blue-collar staffing — and what screening investments actually reduce it. ...