If the Boots fits…

In a spot of post Rudd stimulus shopping the idea came to me that it was time for a new pair of winter boots.

Now for the ladies out there, we know that finding ‘that’ pair of boots can be no mean feat. Trailing the shops, flipping through catalogues, peering into display windows, jostling the crowds as you scramble for that perfect pair in the right size. Sometimes their too high, too brown, too black, too soft, too cheapy looking, the list can go on.

At the risk of sounding like Carrie Bradshaw, finding the right employee can be just like finding the right boot. They need to be that perfect fit for your business, able to bring to the company that unique combination of skill and cultural fit. For the job seeker this is also true, finding that perfect job is a little like finding the ideal pair of boots. Does it fit me now but allow me room to grow? Does it suit me as well as being not too far out of my comfort zone?

So with that in mind, can that give us a new way to think about the job hunt and for a business the search for that perfect employee? Firstly the search is not always straight forward nor is it a fast process. You can purchase boots quickly but you could end up regretting a rash decision when you see another pair that you prefer or a similar pair for a much better price!

Moral of the story is, think before purchasing those winter boots. Are they really the right pair for you? Have you scoped out the market and seen all that is on offer? Boots are for life, not just for winter.