When searching for a new employee for your business it is essential to consider the key attributes that define exceptional recruitment. Three vital qualities that contribute to great recruitment are: 

 

• Communication – a recent poll carried out has shown that ⅔ of candidates commented that poor communication negatively impacted their recruitment experience. ⅓ of these candidates also turned down a job offer due to the quality of the communication. Therefore, excellent communication is vital to successful recruitment. 

• Be a finisher/completer – ensure your recruitment process not only starts well but, more importantly, successfully concludes. A comprehensive process from start to finish ensures you attract and retain top talent. 

• Persistence – Candidates seek acknowledgement and positive engagement. Woo and flatter them!! If a candidate isn’t sure about a role or doesn’t come back first time persist and continue to chase them. 

 

Now you’ve considered the qualities that contribute to great recruitment, you need to look at the 5 little known habits that are needed to recruit successfully. 

 

 

In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, the search for top talent goes beyond merely attracting candidates—it's about keeping them engaged and invested for the long haul. The modern workforce is seeking more than just a paycheck; they want to align themselves with organisations that resonate with their values and aspirations. We want to help you understand the 10 things that candidates want to know about you as their future employer. 

 

 

 

Generation C, also known as the Connected Generation, refer to the group of people who have grown up with technology and are always connected to it. 

 

 

 

 

With the rising cost of living, you may be looking for ways to reduce costs in 2023. Recruitment costs may be one area you can make some cutbacks whilst still ensuring you are attracting the very best candidates. 

 

 

 

In the 2nd half of 2022 growth in average pay was 6.2% (4.3% excluding bonuses) and with the rise in inflation over 10% - candidates are looking for pay rises of at least this. Here is how, as a hiring manager, you can work with this during your recruitment process: