By Nick Young
If I had to choose between hiring Avery or Jaime, I’d go with Jaime. While Avery may have a higher performance ceiling, I don’t think that makes up for their lack of consistency. In a business setting, you need people you can count on to deliver every day, not just when they feel like it. Jaime might not blow anyone away with standout moments, but they show up, do their job well, and help keep everything moving. That kind of reliability makes a bigger difference in the long run.
That said, I can see how Avery could be the better choice in certain roles. Jobs that rely on creativity, high-pressure performance, or breakthrough moments—like marketing campaign leads, software innovation, or strategic consulting—might be worth the risk. In those positions, having someone who can step up big when it really matters can outweigh the times they’re just average.
On the other hand, Jaime would be a better fit for roles where quality and consistency matter more than peak performance. These might include administrative positions, accounting, or customer service—jobs where every detail counts and the work needs to be dependable. In these roles, having someone who’s always steady is way more valuable than someone who might drop the ball half the time.
For me, the choice comes down to trust. I’d rather hire someone I know I can count on to do the job right every day. That’s what helps a business grow and stay strong.
