Key Points:
Employers need similar skillsets from the same talent pools to advance operations. HR leaders should feel empowered that the people they hire now have the power to impact their business for years to come but filling critical roles in one of the tightest labor markets to date remains a challenge.
So how do you combat the growing competition and shrinking pool of job seekers? Learn how to turn candidate experience into your competitive advantage this year with 6 tangible ways to differentiate yourself.
You can’t control the economy, but you can control the authenticity of your candidate interactions.
A candidate’s journey is more complex than just your hiring process
Talented individuals may be at different stages of multiple hiring processes while you engage them. You never know which interaction will win them over, so view them all as equally critical.
Standing out is simpler than you may think
Candidates are human. They remember connections and how you make them feel, so bring your authenticity forward.
You don’t have to do it all alone
Modern recruitment technology supports recruiters by optimizing time-consuming tasks that previously kept them from building relationships. For any goal associated with building your unique candidate experience, there are various specialized solutions that make it easier.
So, will you be the breath of fresh air to the talent you need the most? You know your company is something special, it’s about the way you show job seekers that too.
Discover products and services that enhance your 2020 talent acquisition strategy while working hand-in-hand with a strong hiring foundation.
Jess Woloszyn started her career at iCIMS, turning her passion for industry trends and technology developments from an internship into a full-time career. A Content Writer by day, she moonlights developing health food recipes – but has a serious dark side for some good old-fashioned baking.