With the unpredictability of today’s world, waiting until later in the year to see how things go before you hire may seem like a safe bet. But, for firms looking to grow year over year, sitting by and waiting in January can cost you success for this year (and beyond).
At LTTN, we have 20+ years of experience helping organizations to build high-performing teams. Companies that hire early consistently outperform those that wait because having a top team in place is always an advantage.
Your Strategic Advantage From Hiring in January
The first half of the year is your strategic window. Energized teams, budgets reset, and competitors who haven’t yet mobilized create the perfect conditions for acting on strategic hiring decisions. This is when you make the hires that will carry you through the entire year. By the time summer arrives, your new team members are already productive contributors, driving results.
Build the Momentum for the Rest of the Year
The first six months of the year are critical for setting the tone and pace for growth. Hiring now ensures your team is ready before summer slowdowns and holiday distractions.
Early hires help you:
- Hit the ground running
- Execute plans faster while they’re still priorities
- Build team cohesion before projects reach critical phases
- Demonstrate growth and confidence to clients and stakeholders
- Stay proactive rather than reactive in a competitive market
Strong hires in Q1 will influence your entire year. They bring fresh perspectives, fill capability gaps, and often attract other top talent who want to join winning teams.
There Are Hidden Costs to Waiting
It can be tempting to delay critical hires, thinking that you’ll get to it after a project wraps or once “things settle down.”
But, by mid-year, you’re competing with:
- Decreased talent pool
- Summer schedules that slow down interview processes and decision-making
- Diminished Budgets
- End-of-year priorities that push 4th quarter hiring to the back burner
- Holiday disruptions that can stretch a 30-day search into a months-long process
A position that takes 30 days to fill in January could take 90+ days to fill in September, leaving you with months of lost productivity and no addition to your team until 2027.
You Have to Be In It to Win It
Growth requires the deliberate choice to invest in your team. You need to be proactive. As the saying goes: “You have to be in it to win it!”
The legal landscape moves fast. Client expectations evolve. Technology advances. Confident competitors aren’t waiting for the “perfect moment” to strengthen their teams. They are doing it now.
The LTTN Advantage: No Risk, All Reward
Our contingency model means you pay nothing until your new hire walks through the door.
✅ No upfront fees
✅ No payment until your candidate starts
✅ Replacement guarantee for peace of mind
We make hiring risk-free and hassle-free. If your candidate doesn’t work out, we’ll provide a replacement—at no extra cost.
Ready to find your next top performer? Let’s get started today!
Are you ready to grow? Contact LTTN so we can help build your team today and make your 2026 your most successful year yet.