How Goodwit is saving $54,000 per annum in hiring costs
Talent Hackers became the trusted partner Goodwit didn't know they needed. Instead of drowning in resumes, Goodwit now invests their time where it matters most—growing their business. Here’s what changed
780 → 3
resumes per role reduced to a curated shortlist of qualified candidates
$54,000
saved /year
by hiring a Nigerian designer instead of a US-based one
100s
of hours
saved from hiring, redirected toward strategic growth
Meet Goodwit
Amazon Experts with Big Goals (and Bigger Hiring Challenges)
If you’ve ever tried managing or growing a brand on Amazon, you know the drill. Endless details, constant updates, relentless competition—it’s enough to make your head spin. Now imagine handling that complexity not just for one brand, but dozens. That’s exactly the daily life for Jack Hartigan and his team at Goodwit.
Goodwit isn’t your average Amazon agency. Co-founded by former executives from Perch—one of the largest Amazon aggregators in the U.S.—Goodwit brings together deep expertise in sourcing, logistics, advertising, and catalog management to supercharge brands at any stage of their Amazon journey. They’ve successfully partnered with household names, handling complex operational puzzles so their clients don’t have to.
But even the best in the business run into tricky challenges. Goodwit faced a hurdle that many successful businesses know all too well: finding and hiring the right people.
As Jack Hartigan, Co-founder at Goodwit, explained:
“We’d tried hiring talent ourselves directly before, and honestly, it was overwhelming. Once, we opened a role in Argentina and ended up with 780 resumes—just absolute chaos.”
Jack and his team had extensive experience leading global teams, particularly from their days managing teams in the Philippines. They knew that on paper, hiring directly seemed cheaper—but practically speaking, sorting through hundreds of resumes and countless interviews meant draining valuable resources away from growing their core business.
They needed something different. Something easier. Something better.
So they came to us to help them with their hiring challenges.
The Challenge
Hiring Was a Full-Time Job (and Not the Good Kind)
Jack and his partner were experienced global team leaders, so they already knew that hiring internationally wasn’t straightforward. But even with their background, direct hiring quickly turned into a nightmare. Here’s what they were dealing with:
Sorting Through Hundreds of Resumes
Every job opening felt like opening the floodgates.They needed just one skilled candidate but ended up being drowned in hundreds of applications. Goodwit found themselves losing days just sorting through resumes, many of which weren’t even relevant.
“ We’d get 300+ resumes for just one position, and we’d have to painstakingly narrow them down. It was exhausting. “
Jack shared
Endless Interviews Without Clear Results
After filtering resumes came the interviews. Hours upon hours of calls, discussions, and evaluations. Despite the significant time investment, it often felt like spinning wheels without clear progress—costing Goodwit valuable time they couldn’t get back.
“ After filtering through those resumes, we’d still have around 50 candidates to interview. Every single interview drained our time and energy. “
Opportunity Cost Was Draining Their Business
The real cost wasn’t just frustration—it was the business opportunities they missed. Every hour they spent buried in the hiring process was an hour not spent growing their clients’ Amazon brands, their core expertise. Jack recognized how unsustainable this approach was becoming.
“We could technically hire cheaper ourselves, sure—but honestly, it was costing us way more in wasted time and missed opportunities.”
Failed Attempts With Freelancers
Hoping for quick fixes, Goodwit even experimented with freelancers through platforms like Fiverr. But one-off projects never delivered lasting solutions, leaving them stuck back at square one.
“We even tried platforms like Fiverr for quick fixes, but the one-off results never stuck. We needed real solutions, not band-aids.”
At some point they needed someone else entirely to handle the heavy lifting, a partner they could trust, someone to give them back their precious time and peace of mind.
And that’s exactly what they found in Talent Hackers.
The Solution
Talent Hackers Made Hiring Feel Easy Again
By now, it was obvious Goodwit needed a serious change. So instead of fighting through hundreds of resumes and endless interviews, they turned to Talent Hackers, handing over the toughest part of hiring so they could focus on what they actually enjoyed.
Cost-Effective Hiring Without Compromising Quality
Instead of paying $78,000 per year for a U.S.-based designer, Goodwit hired a top-tier Nigerian designer for just over $24,000 per year, saving them a whopping $54,000 annually—without sacrificing talent or quality.
Time Zone Advantage
Unlike talent from other outsourcing regions, we picked a talent whose timezone aligned with Goodwit’s work schedule, allowing for seamless collaboration without scheduling headaches.
Unmatched Drive and Work Ethic
Nigerian talent, especially rising professionals like Goz, bring a level of hunger, ambition, and eagerness to prove themselves that is unmatched. Unlike many creatives from developed markets who see jobs as routine, Goz saw this as an opportunity to excel, impress, and deliver beyond expectations.
Personalized Choices
Goodwit received options of candidates tailored specifically to their needs. The whole process felt like having an internal HR team dedicated solely to their success, with Talent Hackers handling all the heavy lifting behind the scenes.
Fast, Stress-Free Results
Instead of months of sifting through candidates, Goodwit got skilled talent onboard fast. They quickly hired Goz, a designer proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, immediately gaining a crucial capability they lacked. Jack emphasized how significant this was:
“With Goz onboard, we suddenly had a critical capability we’d never had internally before. Talent Hackers literally opened a new door for us.”
An End to One-Off Frustrations
Unlike temporary freelancers, we provided Goodwit with only permanent solutions. No more patchwork projects—just steady, reliable talent who became part of the team from day one.
And the results spoke for themselves.
Results
$54,000 per annum saved in hiring costs
Within just a few weeks of partnering with Talent Hackers, Goodwit saw a clear shift—not just in hiring, but across their entire business. It was as if someone finally flipped on the lights in a room they didn’t even realize had gotten dark.
Here’s exactly what happened:
A Brand-New Capability (Literally Overnight)
They went from having no internal design expertise to suddenly being fully equipped to handle critical creative tasks. Goz, their new designer hired through Talent Hackers, jumped right into action, immediately providing value with skills the team previously lacked.
“Before Goz, we couldn’t even open Photoshop or Illustrator confidently,” Jack admitted. “Now, having him feels like we’ve always had this capability—it just fits seamlessly into our workflow.”
Massive Time Savings (and a Lot Less Stress)
Instead of getting bogged down with hundreds of resumes and endless interviews, Goodwit’s leadership reclaimed valuable hours each week—time they redirected toward their core business growth, strategy, and client relationships.
Turning Lost Opportunities into Growth
Perhaps the biggest shift was less tangible but just as real: instead of drowning in the hiring process, Goodwit could finally seize new opportunities. Their business was positioned to grow even faster—without distraction or friction.
“Honestly, we didn’t realize how much hiring held us back until Talent Hackers stepped in,” Jack reflected. “They didn’t just fill roles—they removed a massive obstacle to our growth.”
In short, Goodwit’s business genuinely changed for the better. They were no longer just surviving the hiring process—they were thriving because they found a partner who took that burden completely off their plate.
The results spoke for themselves, clearly and naturally, in a way that made everyone wonder why they hadn’t turned to Talent Hackers sooner.
So, what’s the big lesson here?
For Goodwit, and probably for your business too, hiring directly seemed manageable—at first. But underneath the surface of seemingly simple tasks (like sifting through resumes or conducting interviews), there’s often a hidden cost: your time, energy, and focus.
Here’s why partnering with Talent Hackers became something Goodwit realized they simply couldn’t do without:
Hidden Costs Are Bigger Than You Think
Direct hiring can look cheaper on paper, but it quietly drains your team’s productivity and morale. Every hour spent in hiring is an hour lost from strategic business growth, innovation, or simply delivering exceptional service to clients. Talent Hackers removes these hidden costs, letting you focus on what you’re actually good at.
Efficiency is the Real Game-Changer
Goodwit didn’t need more resumes—they needed fewer, better-qualified options. Talent Hackers’ curated hiring meant no more overwhelming lists, no more endless interviews, and no more wasted days.
Reliable Talent Beats Temporary Fixes Every Time
Freelancers and one-off projects can plug gaps temporarily, but they rarely solve underlying needs. The difference with Talent Hackers was permanent stability: talent that stuck around, fit the culture, and became part of the team from day one.
Talent is an Investment—Not Just an Expense
Yes, direct hiring might seem cheaper initially, but strategic talent investments provide far more value. Goodwit gained skills and capabilities they never had before, opening doors to new business opportunities that far outweighed initial costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hiring talents from Nigeria & South America allows you to access highly skilled professionals at a fraction of the cost compared to other regions. With savings of up to 80% on hiring costs, you can build a strong, scalable team without sacrificing quality or performance.
Not at all. Our talent pool in Nigeria and South America is filled with qualified experts who excel in e-commerce roles such as operations, marketing, and admin support. We thoroughly vet all candidates to ensure they meet the highest standards.
We take the time to understand your business requirements and only present candidates who are your perfect match. You’ll have the opportunity to review and interview candidates before making any decisions, ensuring the right fit for your team.
We know speed is critical, and that is why we’ve simplified our recruitment process, enabling you to start hiring in days and onboarding in just 2 weeks. Whether you need a single hire or an entire team, we deliver talent fast.
We understand the importance of communication so we ensure that all our candidates are proficient in English and have experience working with international teams, ensuring smooth collaboration across time zones.
If a candidate doesn’t meet your expectations, we offer a replacement guarantee, quickly sourcing a new candidate at no additional cost to keep your operation running smoothly.