Taking on staff - the options

Introduction

If you're running a business and you want to expand, you'll need to consider the best options for meeting your new needs - these could include outsourcing, training/upskilling existing staff or taking on new staff.

Taking on people - whichever way you choose to do it - will always mean some form of investment for your business. But it's equally important to remember that taking this investment seriously can make it more valuable.

If you decide to take on new staff, or replace someone who has left, this guide will help you understand the different ways of taking on people to work for you - and how to choose the ones that best meet your needs.

Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• Do you need new staff?
• What's the best way for me to take on extra people?
• Full-time or part-time employees
• Fixed-term contracts
• Employment agency - temporary staff
• Freelancers and outside contractors
• Directors and managers