Common Myths About Temporary Work (and the truth behind them)
When it comes to temporary workers and what they can do, there seems to be a variety of different myths and untruths that are believed. The thing to remember is that many of these myths are not only wrong, but they could put you off of hiring a temporary worker who could be just what your business needs.
To help show you that a temporary worker could be the answer that you are looking for, we have put together some of the most common myths about temporary work and have shared the truth behind them.
Myth 1- Temporary Workers are unskilled
One of the most important myths to dispel is the fact that a temporary worker only does what they do because they don’t have the skills to be able to secure a permanent position. This just isn’t the case.
Many people choose to work on a contractual or temporary basis because of their circumstances and it is often not linked to what they can or cannot do. Because they have worked in a variety of places, they are often people who have a lot of skills and experience that they can use.
Myth 2- It is hard to integrate a temporary worker
If your business has a real family feel to it, then you are going to want to hire someone who is going to fit right in and be a part of the team. It is often a worry that the new temporary worker is going to find it a struggle to click and fit in with the wider team around them and this could then lead to issues. However, we feel that this doesn’t have to be the case.
Just because someone won’t be working with you forever, that doesn’t mean that they won’t make an effort to be a part of your team, it might just be that their impact is not for as long as those who work with you for an extended period.
Myth 3- Temporary workers won’t work hard
Another common misconception is that if you hire a temporary worker then they are not going to work as hard and be as dedicated as someone who is a permanent hire. It is important to know that this just isn’t true. Temporary workers can and do work to the same level as any other person, it is all about the individual and not the way that they work.
A temporary worker will often want to make a great impression, just in case there is a chance of some new work in the future, which means that you can often count on them to deliver when you need them to.
Myth 4- You can’t train a temporary worker
One final myth is that temporary workers are not easy to train, or are resistant to training. However, this is not the case. Temporary workers are just as ready for training as any other form of worker, and because they spend a large chunk of time learning about every new job they take on, there is a good chance that they will take on the required knowledge much quicker and easier.
Hopefully, this post has helped to dispel some of the biggest myths that we know to be around temporary workers. If you have a vacancy and you want to see what a temporary member of staff can do for you, then why not get in touch with Kenect Recruitment and learn more about our service?