Protecting Reputation: Lengthy hiring processes are crucial for managers, as a bad hire can damage a manager's reputation and hinder career progression, as stated by Brandon Southern, a senior leader at Amazon.
Team Impact: A wrong hire can disrupt team dynamics, impede results, and divert focus from high-value projects, affecting individual and team performance.
Challenges in Replacement: Replacing a bad hire can be challenging. Managers may face obstacles in removing underperforming employees, impacting team efficiency.
Resource Intensive: Making a bad decision in hiring restarts this costly process, emphasizing the importance of careful candidate selection.