Surat unemployment situation

Hiring in Surat has been an incredibly frustrating experience. While people often talk about unemployment, the reality of finding the right candidate is vastly different. I’ve been searching for a social media manager and a civil engineer (or someone with a diploma in the field) for over four months, and it’s been nothing short of exhausting. It’s my first time hiring someone outside of family, and I didn’t expect it to be this tough. The candidates I’ve come across fall into two categories: job-hoppers and unrealistic dreamers. The job-hoppers seem to have no intention of staying longer than six months, making them not worth the time or effort to onboard. On the other hand, the freshers are asking for salaries that are twice the market average—a ridiculous expectation for someone without any substantial experience or a proven track record. It makes me wonder if I’m doing something wrong or if this is just the reality of hiring in a rapidly developing city like Surat. The city’s growth is, of course, a positive sign, but it seems to be creating a talent shortage. What’s even more frustrating is how much time this has consumed. Four months is a long time to spend searching for candidates without finding anyone suitable. It’s ironic, isn’t it? Everyone talks about unemployment and how businesses should provide opportunities, but when you’re on the other side as an employer, it feels like the talent just isn’t there—or isn’t willing to meet you halfway. I’ll admit I’m not perfect at it. I’m open to advice and constructive criticism to improve. That said, Surat’s rapid development makes me hopeful it will soon attract talent from other cities like Ahmedabad or Mumbai did. I look forward to the day when finding skilled and reliable employees becomes easier.