Why You Should be Confident of Your Newbie Employees
Experience is always a qualification when applying for jobs. Employers feel more confident in hiring candidates who have been in the industry for years. However, it doesn’t mean doors should be closed for newbie employees. Just because some candidates aren’t as experienced as others doesn’t mean they’re terrible. If you already have a few of them in your team, here’s why you should feel confident of their presence.
They’re eager to learn
Think of these people as a blank canvas. They are yet to explore the industry. They’re eager to learn something new. They won’t say no without trying something yet. You want enthusiastic employees who has the company’s best interest.
They’re willing to work with others
Another reason to choose new employees is they won’t have issues working with others. Sometimes, being in the same office long enough can lead to unnecessary dramas. It affects people’s ability to engage without ending up in a fight. New employees are not selective. They will work with anyone and try to adjust as long as they could.
They have learned more on their own
Just because these employees didn’t have enough experience in the industry doesn’t mean they didn’t learn anything. They could have learned a lot on their own. From developments in technology to the latest in the industry, these people tried their best not to be left behind.
They’re not complacent
When you’ve been in the same industry for several years, it’s easy to feel complacent. You think you already know everything and there’s no space to learn something new. New employees don’t think the same way. They know they are yet to catch up and they don’t want to be the weakest link at work. They will spend time beyond office hours to develop themselves.
They will take constructive criticisms lightly
It’s always hard to take criticisms, even if they’re constructive. It’s even more difficult for employees who have been around for years. They always think they’re better than the rest. They also feel that they’ve mastered their job and no one can tell them what to do. It’s not the same for new employees. They accept constructive criticisms positively and see them as an opportunity to grow. They might even gladly ask for feedback.
They can take leadership roles
Younger people are moving up the corporate ladder faster in recent years. It doesn’t take much before they prove leadership abilities. Hence, you must keep an eye on them. You don’t want to lose the chance to put them in power over someone who isn’t good enough, but with more experience. They won’t refuse those roles, either.
Don’t look at experience as the only factor in judging the employees. You must look at all aspects before deciding whether they deserve a promotion or not. You can also tell if they should pursue leadership roles in specific projects, regardless of the size.
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