Hire slow, fire fast
When making hiring and firing decisions
What Does “Hire slow, fire fast” Mean?
Take time to thoroughly evaluate candidates before hiring—bad hires are expensive. When someone clearly isn't working out, act quickly—delay compounds damage and costs.
What Happens When You Break It
Hiring fast leads to bad fits, performance issues, culture damage, costly turnover. Firing slow creates team dysfunction, performance drag, unfair burden on others, and compounded costs.
Benefits of Following This Rule
Hiring slow ensures good fits, reduces turnover, builds strong teams. Firing fast limits damage, protects team performance, demonstrates decisiveness, and shows respect for everyone's time.