Many of us have a habit of fixating on perfection, meticulously examining every detail to ensure everything is exactly right. This pursuit can sometimes hinder progress, causing us to overlook the fact that "Good is Good Enough." Every day, I receive calls from shops with extensive lists of demands for their fire protection specialists, which typically resemble something like this:
There might be a candidate who meets all your criteria, but finding such a person could take years and might be extremely rare. What’s often overlooked is the cost of leaving a position unfilled in your shop. Having an insufficient number of fire protection specialists means:
A shortage of technicians can be detrimental to many shops. If you turn away a customer because you can’t meet their needs quickly, they’re likely to find another shop that can, and they might not come back.
There’s an old saying: you can choose two out of three: Fast, Cheap, or Quality. If you need a fire protection specialist who is quick and affordable, they probably won’t be the best. If you’re looking for a good fire protection specialist at a low cost, expect a longer wait. And if you want a skilled specialist quickly, be prepared to pay more.
Consider whether you need a top-tier expert or if a competent general fire protection specialist will suffice. Most shops thrive on basic repairs that any skilled technician can handle, and expert diagnostics are rarely needed. My advice for most shops is to staff up with competent technicians and include a few exceptional ones who can tackle tougher problems. Invest well in your top performers; their expertise will pay off and boost your shop's reputation and profitability.
Avoid leaving your shop understaffed while waiting for the perfect technician. Populate your team with good technicians, and you’ll create a successful operation.
If you need assistance finding that Rockstar fire protection specialist give us a call at 1-833-937-3546 or visit us at rockstarrecruitinggroup.com/fire for more info. Don’t worry, we can also help you find the good enough techs, I know they are also in short supply.
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