Watch this short video to help you decide whether to hire part-time or full-time for your next remote role.
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Hiring part-time or full-time can significantly impact the productivity, cost, and continuity of your team. Here’s a breakdown of what to consider before making the choice.
1. Assess Workload and Long-Term Plans
How much work do you have for the new person?
If you only have around 15-20 hours of work per week, a part-time role may be sufficient.
However, if you have 30-40 hours of work, or if you foresee the role expanding to full-time in the next six months or so then it’s often better to hire full-time from the start.
Shifting a part-timer to full-time later can be challenging, as many people choose part-time work to balance other commitments like studies or family responsibilities.
2. Understand the Candidate’s Motivation
When hiring part-time, it's essential to understand why candidates want fewer hours.
Are they juggling other responsibilities, or is part-time just a stop-gap while they look for full-time work?
Hiring someone who truly wants part-time work helps ensure they stay committed.
A candidate taking a part-time role while looking for full-time opportunities might leave as soon as a full-time offer comes along causing you frustration and wasted time and money.
3. Consider the Costs and Value of Full-Time Hiring
While part-time work may initially seem more cost-effective, the difference may not be substantial.
Full-time hires often bring additional value for a relatively small increase in cost.
For instance, a skilled full-time Facebook media buyer might cost around $3,000-$3,500 per month, while part-time could run about $2,000.
The extra hours from a full-timer often translate into greater contributions to your business.
Plus with full-time you get their shower thoughts too!
4. Scheduling and Time Zone Overlaps
Part-timers often prefer working in the afternoons or evenings, which can be a help or a hindance depending on time-zone overlap.
Make sure to be clear on when you need them to work and overlap with you and your team and we suggest to always have them working regular hours rather than just fitting you in as and when they can.
5. Benefits of Full-Time Employees
Full-timers are more engaged and may think about their role outside work hours (“shower thoughts”), contributing to proactive planning and a deeper commitment to your business goals.
In conclusion, if you need someone full-time soon, hiring full-time from the beginning is usually the best approach.
If part-time is the right fit, ensure candidates are genuinely committed to that arrangement.
Happy hiring!
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