Where do contractors find reliable and trainable employees?
How does everyone find talent?
I'm a painter, and looking for ways to find talent that is good/trainable. Where do I look?
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When we first started, we posted in a local Facebook group where people look for and offer jobs. Surprisingly, several of the team members who are still with us today came from that group. We have been incredibly fortunate to build a dedicated and hardworking team.
More recently, we partnered with a local school to provide internship opportunities for students interested in the trades. The experience has been fantastic, and we've been impressed by the interns' work ethic, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for the industry.
My advice is not to overlook unconventional places when hiring. Some of the best employees may not come through traditional hiring channels, and you may be surprised by the talent you find when you're willing to invest in people.