When drowning in a sea of stress, it can be tempting to reach out for a straw or miracle to save you.
Contractors are risk takers by nature. Most contractors are good people who want to do well, are independent minded and have goals they want to accomplish in their life. Of these, many are impatient and are struggling to make a living. Others seem to easily lose focus. When drowning in a sea of stress, it can be tempting to reach out for a straw or miracle to save you. Rarely do such miracles work. I wanted to take time in this article to address some of the common miracle cures and traps I see contractors struggling with and how to avoid these situations.
Not only did you hire an acquaintance, but also you probably did an inadequate interview. You did not advertise the position and may have hired someone who is not suited for the job. You took the easy way out and frequently this comes back to haunt you.