Hiring’s tough in the trades, and chasing resumes isn’t the answer. This article argues that cultural fit beats raw talent for building durable, adaptable crews. Learn why honesty in interviews, scenario-based questions, and screening for character reduce turnover and keep jobsites running smoothly.

Ask any contractor what their biggest headache is right now, and chances are they’ll mention hiring. Good people are hard to find. Even harder to keep. The construction industry has been facing a skilled labor shortage for years, and it is not going away anytime soon.

So when you finally get a stack of resumes or a few strong candidates, the pressure to choose “the best” can feel overwhelming. Do you hire the most experienced person, the one who looks great on paper? Or do you go with someone who may not have the same skill level but feels like a better fit for your company?

Marc Visent, CEO of Knowify, recently talked about this challenge on an episode of The Cost Codes Show. His perspective was clear: talent matters, but fit matters more. That lesson hits home for trade contractors who are building growing businesses.

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