09/25/2026
💰 An open position costs more than the wage you're not paying.
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🏭 Lost production.
⏱️ Overtime.
👥 Increased pressure on existing employees.
🎯 Missed targets.
🔄 And potentially more turnover.
That's why employers shouldn't evaluate hourly wages in isolation.
If increasing a starting wage by a few dollars helps attract and retain the workers you need, the higher wage may actually be the lower-cost decision.
Our latest article looks at the economics of an unfilled position, including:
📊 How to compare higher wages against the cost of vacancies
💵 Resources for researching competitive local wages
📍 Factors beyond the market average that affect recruiting
🤝 What your staffing partner should be telling you about the labor market
Before asking, "Can we afford to pay more?" it may be worth asking:
💡 "What is it costing us not to fill the position?"
🔗 Read the article:
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