3 Hiring Tips for Entrepreneurs - Spark Hire

3 Hiring Tips for Entrepreneurs - Spark HireOnce it is time to start hiring for your startup business, it can feel overwhelming when deciding what to look for in candidates.In order to ensure astartup is on the right track, there are 3 key things entrepreneurs need to hire for1. Hire doersThe last thing entrepreneurs need in theirnew startup is a bunch of managers or supervisors. When you are hiring, avoid the temptation of hiring a lot of management staff. In the early stages, its important that you have a hands-on COO, handling the day to day operations and keeping everyone on track. However, it is elend important to have department managers when you can quite often handle multiple department functions across a small and efficient staff of several people.When you are hiring for your team, make sure that you are hiring go-getters who take action and enjoy being in the thick of the business. For example, perhaps you hire one rolle to be responsible for your marketing and lead generat ion. This person could perhaps help out in administrative areas when needed. There is no need to have a Marketing Manager or Office Manager right at the start.Ask yourself what your business needs in order to function and be successful. Do you really need to pay someone $12 to $15 an hour to man a front desk and answer phones, or can each team member take turns handling this when needed?In the beginning, hire doers who are bedrngnis afraid to be jacks (or jills) of all trades.2. Look for passionWhats the key thing that has gotten your startup this far? I bet your passion for the business played a huge part in its success.When entrepreneurs hire for theirstartup, it is important to bring in peoplewho are passionate about theirbusiness and the opportunity for growth. Look beyond years of experience and gauge each candidates interest and passion for what they do.If you are faced with the decision of hiring someone with 15 years of expertise who seems to lack passion and excitement for what you are doing, compared to someone with 3 years of experience who seems to light up when talking about being a part of your team always go for the candidate with the most passion3. Pay attention to cultural fitWhat kind of culture do you want your startup to be known for?Remember that the initial people you hire will more than likely grow with your business, becoming leaders and mentors. Make sure that you are hiring for cultural fit regardless of expertise. If you hire someone early on who doesnt fit in with the culture you want to create, that person can become the cancer in your startup and affect everyones attitude.What are some other key things to pay attention to as an entrepreneur when hiring? Please share your tips in the comments below.Image gstockstudio/BigStock.com