8 Most Common Recruitment Strategies That Make You Miss Qualified Top Talent

When companies look for a unicorn in a field full of Kentucky Derby winners, they often miss a top qualified candidate waiting to see what is next. Masiello Employment Services has the experience to understand that when companies identify talent that ticks all the boxes, even if it’s the first candidate they’ve met, it’s better to swipe them up rather than pause and play the field.??

Here are our top 8 ideas on how to streamline the recruitment process in a tight job market:

Be Prepared to Say Yes

This means knowing thoroughly what you are looking for so when you see that ideal candidate, you can present a solid job offer right away with confidence. Frequently and frustratingly, companies wait for something “better” to come along while their perfect match takes a different job offer. The hesitation often indicates they’re not confident in what they’re searching for and can be remedied by sitting down and forming a solid idea of the ideal employee.?

Unclear Job Descriptions Muddy The Waters

Concise, accurate and comprehensive job descriptions allow applicants to vet themselves. Nobody wants to go through the job application and training process only to find they are over or under-qualified for the position - especially companies. Hiring and training are time-consuming and expensive. When an unclear role turns out not to be a match, it results in loss of productivity and opportunity for everyone involved.

Pro-Tip: The experienced Staffing Managers at Masiello can help you craft a job position that accurately depicts your ideal candidate to reduce getting bogged down in a flood of resumes. Working with a trusted staffing agency helps narrow the field so you can focus on the top talent available.

Be Comfortable in Your Salary Brackets

Designing an effective job description means first doing market research. It’s about understanding what the position is worth within the larger job market,as well as what you can afford. That way, when a top-tier candidate demands an appropriate salary, you know their worth. You set a range for a reason and holding out for a lower salary candidate may very well end up costing you your next star employee.?

Know the Difference Between Must-Haves and Nice-To-Haves

The perfect candidate simply needs to tick all the must-haves. The qualifications they need on day one on the job. Top recruitment strategies incorporate understanding who has potential and versatility, not only to absorb a steep learning curve, but exceed it.?

Timely and Communicative Recruiting Process

Nothing is more frustrating for a company than slogging through an extensive recruiting process and finally finding that sublime job seeker only to learn the boat has sailed. A good interview process is timely and clearly communicates to the applicant when they can expect an answer. Otherwise, they may get a more tempting offer in the meantime, and then you’re back at square one.

Reference Checks Can Bottleneck the Process

Steer clear of the waiting game by providing candidate references with your best contact information in addition to multiple ways to communicate their thoughts on the job applicant qualifications.

Simplify Things

Pin down essential personnel necessary to make the best choice fast and fairly. When the process is over-complicated with extra input, the timeline slows down and candidates have time to find - and secure - a better offer. Delayed communication also conveys confusion and can result in lack of trust for the job seeker.

Think Outside the Box

Rather than zeroing in on a resume, listen to your candidates. Oftentimes, top talent is screened out because valuable candidates get overlooked, like those who are recent graduates, seniors, or veterans. See our four-blog series on smart, creative staffing secrets.

We know sifting through resumes and deciphering interviews to identify your ideal match is tough. We also know that staffing your business with the best is crucial to your success. We want to help your business thrive, so let us take the stress out of finding your next hire.?

Connect with our professional Staffing Managers today for the best insights on recruiting - and retaining - the talent you need to make your business flourish.?