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How Much Does a Bad Hire
Really Cost?
Most engineering leaders underestimate by 3-5x. Calculate the real number.
1 mo6 mo12 mo
21020
Total Cost of One Bad Hire
$231,563
That's 1.5x the annual salary
Salary Wasted
$48,750Recruiting Costs
$39,000Team Productivity Loss
$39,000Opportunity Cost
$97,500Management Time
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Formula based on SHRM research, LinkedIn Talent Solutions data, and industry benchmarks. Includes direct costs, indirect costs, and opportunity costs.