How to Know You're Ready to Hire
By Kelly Bush·May 8, 2025·7 min read
Quick Answer
You're ready to hire when consistent overflow work is costing you revenue, you can cover the role for 3–6 months, and you can clearly describe the outcomes the role owns. Hire for capacity, not for rescue.
The wrong reason to hire is panic. The right reason is math plus clarity.
Check three things: Is there steady overflow work you're turning away or doing badly? Can you fund the role for 3–6 months even if revenue dips? Can you describe, in one sentence, the outcome this person owns?
If all three are yes, write the job around outcomes, not tasks — and plan a 30-day onboarding before you post it.