Hiring has changed a lot over the last twenty years. Some practices no longer fit the process and should be left in the past. Regardless of the market, some outdated hiring practices need to be eliminated to help you attract and retain top talent. Here are some of the most common obsolete hiring practices that companies need to avoid.
Not Incorporating Flexibility
We no longer live in a world where rigid schedules are standard. While some industries rely on specific hours, anywhere you can provide flexibility, take the opportunity to offer it. For example, you can create flex schedules where employees can adjust their start and end times to fit their shifted daily routines better.
Not Creating a Benefits Package that Employees Want
Not all benefits packages are created equal. Along with a fair pay rate, you need to be able to provide additional benefits such as PTO and healthcare to employees. Conduct some research in your area to see what the most competitive benefits packages are and find out what your team wants.
Relying on Job Boards
When job boards came on the scene, they were the most innovative way to find new candidates. And they still have their place, but they’re not the only source for qualified talent. Using other resources, such as reaching out to the community directly and utilizing social media, can help you hire great people.
Knowing It When You See It
Hiring managers sometimes have an idea about the perfect candidate but can’t articulate it. When they do that, they blindly search for a fit that may not exist. Don’t decide you’ll know the right candidate when you see the right candidate because you may be ruling out great people along the way. Instead, have a clearly defined job description and measure all candidates with the same metrics to make a good choice.
Ghosting
Finally, employers must stop the practice of ghosting. It can be frustrating for hiring managers when employees don’t show up or call back, but candidates are experiencing the phenomenon in record numbers. Maintain communication throughout the process, even if you choose not to hire the candidate.
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