Forget the “Perfect” Candidate — Flexibility Wins in Hiring

We hear it constantly:

"We’re just waiting for the right person to pop up."

But in freight forwarding and logistics, that unicorn candidate — the one with every qualification, every tool, and every bit of niche experience — is usually either:

• Already hired somewhere else

• Too expensive

• Or not actively looking

So what happens?
Roles sit unfilled. Teams stay stretched. And opportunities are missed — all in the name of perfection.

🎯 What the Best Hires Actually Look Like

Some of the strongest hires I’ve placed didn’t meet every requirement. But they:

• Showed initiative

• Were coachable

• Understood the pace and demands of the supply chain environment

• Added real energy and ideas to the team

They weren’t “perfect,” but they were right.

🤔 Questions to Ask Instead of “Are They Perfect?”

✔️ Do they have the core capabilities to succeed from day one?
Basic systems? Industry experience? Workflow understanding?

✔️ Are they open to learning?
Attitude often outpaces experience in fast-moving environments.

✔️ Will they strengthen our culture and client delivery?
A team player with good judgment can outperform a “technically perfect” candidate who lacks people skills or drive.

🚦 Holding Out Can Cost You

Vacant roles drain productivity, slow customer response times, and put pressure on your existing team.
And let’s be honest — that unicorn may not be coming.

But someone who’s 80% ready — with the right mindset — can become your best asset with the right support.

📢 Final Thought

In freight, transport, and logistics — speed and adaptability win.
If you want people who will deliver, grow, and stick with you — focus on potential, not perfection.

We help businesses do exactly that — placing high-performing professionals who may not tick every box, but more than make up for it where it counts.