Candidate Drought Survival Guide
The shift from an employer to a candidate driven job market has put candidates in the driver’s seat and has left employers scrambling to find the talent they need. The lack of top candidates and high competition for skilled talent has created a candidate drought. In this survival guide, you
Counteroffers Provide Relief in a Candidate Drought
After an employee resigns, you have one of two choices – counteroffer or let them go. Normally, we would advise employers to let them go – but not before completing an exit interview to learn what led to their decision. The reasons for letting them go include: there is most
Crafting Compelling Offers in a Candidate Drought
Employees in today’s candidate drought are savvy. They know they have options and they know what they’re worth. If you reach out to employees about a potential position, they will research the latest salary trends, find out what a competitive job offer is for that role, and know exactly what
Finding Talent in a Candidate Drought
Today’s candidate drought can be a frustrating and difficult time for employers looking to hire top talent. Many top professionals aren’t interested in new opportunities and the candidates who are available, may not have the right skills to fill your open position. But before you give up on your search,
Compensation Tips for Hiring in a Candidate Drought
Hiring for open positions today is harder than ever. The unemployment rate is at a historic low and there are more open positions than there are job seekers, according to the Labor Department. This shift of power creates a lot of opportunity for employees and candidates. They’re often either well-compensated
Use Branding to Attract Talent in a Candidate Drought
Do you know how candidates view your company? Are your job descriptions enticing? What do candidates see when they research your website, social media, and company reviews? In today’s low unemployment market, how a potential candidate perceives your company is more important than ever. Factors like a poorly written job