Spring into Action: Hiring & Interview Tips to Find Your Perfect Fit

?? The sun is shining, and Spring is on its way! ? This month, we're breaking down the pros and cons of ?? direct hire vs. staffing ??and focused on??nailing that next interview, whether you're hiring or looking for a new role.

Deciding between using direct hire or staffing to fill that open spot on your team? Staffing vs. Direct Hire: How to Decide and Hiring Best Practices reviews the options and best practices to get you started, whichever way you go.

The quick bullets...

• Direct hires are for your long-term needs but can also be a more costly route, especially if your need is immediate and/or limited in scope.
• Staffing can be faster and more flexible, but you might also need to be more flexible to get the right person when and where you need them.
• Contract-to-hire is a hybrid of the two and requires being upfront about expectations and timelines so everyone is on the same page.

For best practices and more details on all three options, check out the full blog!

Nailing the interview is critical to finding a new position or finding your next great team member!

If you're hiring, how do you ensure that your interview experience connects with your ideal candidates? Our article, 2024 Interview Magic: 12 Ways Employers Can Create a Captivating Candidate Experience, shares twelve tips on creating an engaging interview process. (Okay, we threw in a bonus tip... there are 13)

If you're looking, how can you shine in that next interview? How to Ask Smart Questions in an Interview: The Best Way to Show Your Curiosity, Competence, and Fit?is all about crafting and asking insightful questions. And You + Your Next Job: A Match Made in Heaven focuses on evaluating opportunities to find the right fit.

One more thing...

?? Portfolio Creative is a Community Partner for Making Midwest 2024, May 17-19! Agenda, speakers, and tickets are available here.

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