A Better Way to Hire for Small Businesses
Most small businesses don’t have an HR team, which means hiring falls on you. The challenge? Resumes don’t tell the full story, recruiters cost a fortune, and turnover keeps draining your time and money.
I use skills-based hiring to bring clarity and structure to hiring, so you can fill roles with confidence and keep the right people for the long run.
SKILLS-BASED HIRING
Stronger Retention.
Increased Productivity.
A System For Future Hires.
Every role can be learned and each person brings potential.
The difference between a hire who thrives and one who doesn’t often comes down to two things: clarity and practice – clear expectations for the role, and enough repetition to get good at it.
That’s the heart of skills-based hiring: focusing on what the work actually requires, evaluating people on those skills, and preparing them to succeed long after day one.
DEFINE exactly what skills a role requires
EVALUATE people on the skills required for the role, or their ability to learn them
SUPPORT hires through onboarding so they succeed and stay
HOW IT WORKS
A Clear System for Smarter Hiring
Whether you need a full overhaul or a refresh, I build or strengthen your hiring systems: sourcing, interviews, and onboarding. The outcome: a repeatable system that works beyond a single hire.
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I spend time inside your business, observing and asking questions, to define exactly what a role requires.
Together, we map the real skills needed and you walk away with a competency framework: a clear, measurable grid of the skills needed for success.
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FIND: I connect you with overlooked local talent pipelines through partnerships with training providers and community organizations. The result: access to skilled people your competitors miss.
EVALUATE: Then, instead of relying on resumes or credentials, I design practical ways to evaluate candidates through trial projects, assessments, and/or structured interviews that measure what matters most to your work.
PREP: From there, I don’t just hand you a name. I coach and prepare candidates so they understand your business, know what success looks like, and arrive ready to contribute from day one.
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I stay engaged for the first 90 days to make sure the hire fits, sticks, and adds value.
A Partner Bringing Data and Humanity Together
Welcome, I’m Sameea Butt
For over a decade, I’ve worked on both sides of hiring, helping businesses find people who thrive, and helping workers overcome barriers to meaningful jobs. That perspective taught me how often hiring breaks down, not because people lack ability, but because talent, skill, and potential can stay hidden in even the most rigorous process.
My work is equal parts data and people. I dig into the details of each role, analyzing the skills that truly matter, while also coaching and supporting the person stepping into the job. It’s a balance: evidence to guide the hiring decision, and attention to what helps someone succeed once they start work.
That’s my vision for this practice: to give small businesses a partner who brings structure and insight to hiring, and to help capable people find their place to grow.
I’VE SUPPORTED WORKERS AND EMPLOYERS CONNECTED TO ORGANIZATIONS LIKE:
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Kaiser Permanente Job Placement
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Linkedin Job Placement
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Uber Job Placement
The Value of Getting Hiring Right
Smarter hiring drives stronger teams, helps new hires get up to speed quickly, and creates a repeatable system that keeps delivering long after the first hire.
Stronger retention – Workers stay because they’re prepared and supported.
Confidence in hiring – Clear systems give you certainty in every decision.
Better performance – People who fit the work lift the whole team.
Steadier growth – Reliable hiring frees you to focus on running the business.
Sustainable results – A system that supports not just one hire, but your long-term success.
GET IN TOUCH
Start Building Your Team With Confidence
This is your space to share what you need, whether you’re making your first hire or fixing a system that hasn’t been working.
Once you send the form, I’ll be in touch within 2 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
FOR EMPLOYERS:
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I work with small businesses, usually teams of 5–100 people, who don’t have an HR department but still need a reliable way to hire.
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Not like a traditional recruiter. Instead of handing over a stack of resumes, I design a clear system for you, evaluate candidates against the actual job skills, and prepare them to succeed.
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Staffing firms usually stop at placement. I go deeper: I clarify the role, evaluate people on the right skills, prepare them to start strong, and stay in touch during the first 90 days.
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I can help you hire for any role that can be observed and broken down into skills. In the past, I’ve supported businesses with:
Production technicians
Warehouse associates
General clerks and office staff
Whether it’s in operations, logistics, or admin, the process is the same: clarity, skills-based evaluation, and hands-on support after the hire to make sure they keep learning and getting better at the work.
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I look at both sides: managers who feel confident in their new hire, and workers who are still thriving at 30, 60, and 90 days. That’s the real test of a good hire.
FOR WORKERS:
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I typically support adults who don’t have college degrees and are looking for steady work. But I’m open to supporting anyone looking for a good job
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I don’t run a job board or staffing agency. Rather, I work with businesses who are hiring right now and partner with community organizations to connect people with opportunities.
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No. What matters most is whether you can do the work. I focus on real skills and readiness, not just what’s on paper.
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Yes. I give candidates a clear picture of the company and the role, plus 1:1 coaching and a 30-60-90 plan so you feel confident walking in.
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You’re not alone. Many capable people don’t make it past resume screens. My process is designed to make sure your skills, not just your resume, get noticed.