🌵Carley Holmes 🌵’s Post

Let's talk about the hiring process. How long should it take? 🤔 My opinion... 2 stages max. If you're taking longer than that and still struggling to hire, it's time to take a hard look at your process. Here's why: ❗️ Longer processes can show a lack of commitment to the candidate and an inability to make decisions. This can turn off top talent, who are in high demand and don't have time to waste. ❗️ Longer processes also increase the chances of losing top talent to competitors. If you're not moving quickly, someone else will. ❗️ Prolonged hiring processes can also give your company a bad reputation in the market, leading to a negative impact on your future hiring efforts. The facts speak for themselves. Did you know that 64% of candidates who have a negative hiring experience will share it with their friends and colleagues? And even worse, 27% of them will actively discourage others from applying. 👎🏻 In the competitive world of recruitment, word travels fast. So don't let a negative reputation hurt your chances of landing top talent. Simplify your process and create a sense of urgency. After all, it's a candidate-short market, and they won't wait around for you. ⏰ Let's make sure we're putting our best foot forward and creating a hiring process that's efficient, effective, and get's the job done. #Recruitment #Hiring #TalentAcquisition #Efficiency #CandidateExperience #CactusRecruit

Let's talk about the hiring process. How long should it take? 🤔 My opinion... 2 stages max. If you're taking longer than that and still struggling to hire, it's time to take a hard look at your process. Here's why: ❗️ Longer processes can show a lack of commitment to the candidate and an inability to make decisions. This can turn off top talent, who are in high demand and don't have time to waste. ❗️ Longer processes also increase the chances of losing top talent to competitors. If you're not moving quickly, someone else will. ❗️ Prolonged hiring processes can also give your company a bad reputation in the market, leading to a negative impact on your future hiring efforts. The facts speak for themselves. Did you know that 64% of candidates who have a negative hiring experience will share it with their friends and colleagues? And even worse, 27% of them will actively discourage others from applying. 👎🏻 In the competitive world of recruitment, word travels fast. So don't let a negative reputation hurt your chances of landing top talent. Simplify your process and create a sense of urgency. After all, it's a candidate-short market, and they won't wait around for you. ⏰ Let's make sure we're putting our best foot forward and creating a hiring process that's efficient, effective, and get's the job done. #Recruitment #Hiring #TalentAcquisition #Efficiency #CandidateExperience #CactusRecruit

Let's talk about the hiring process. How long should it take? 🤔 My opinion... 2 stages max. If you're taking longer than that and still struggling to hire, it's time to take a hard look at your process. Here's why: ❗️ Longer processes can show a lack of commitment to the candidate and an inability to make decisions. This can turn off top talent, who are in high demand and don't have time to waste. ❗️ Longer processes also increase the chances of losing top talent to competitors. If you're not moving quickly, someone else will. ❗️ Prolonged hiring processes can also give your company a bad reputation in the market, leading to a negative impact on your future hiring efforts. The facts speak for themselves. Did you know that 64% of candidates who have a negative hiring experience will share it with their friends and colleagues? And even worse, 27% of them will actively discourage others from applying. 👎🏻 In the competitive world of recruitment, word travels fast. So don't let a negative reputation hurt your chances of landing top talent. Simplify your process and create a sense of urgency. After all, it's a candidate-short market, and they won't wait around for you. ⏰ Let's make sure we're putting our best foot forward and creating a hiring process that's efficient, effective, and get's the job done. #Recruitment #Hiring #TalentAcquisition #Efficiency #CandidateExperience #CactusRecruit

The True Cost of Slow Hiring: Don't Let Top Talent Slip Away ⏳💼 In today's competitive job market, the old adage "time is money" has never been more true. As a recruiter, I've recently over the last month witnessed multiple clients lose exceptional candidates simply because they didn't move fast enough through the interview process. 🏃♂️💨 Here's why speed matters in hiring and how you can streamline your process: ⏱️Top talent doesn't wait High-demand candidates often have multiple offers and every day of delay increases the risk of losing them to competitors. 👀First impressions count A swift, efficient process shows candidates you value their time. It reflects positively on your company culture and decision-making. 💰Minimize hiring costs Prolonged processes often lead to starting the search over. This means more time, resources, and money spent. Tips to accelerate your hiring: 📅 Set clear timelines for each stage of the process 📝 Prepare interview questions and evaluation criteria in advance 🗓️ Schedule key decision-makers' availability ahead of time 💬 Provide prompt feedback after each interview round 🤝 Be ready to make an offer when you find the right fit Remember, in the race for top talent, the swift often win. Don't let bureaucracy or indecision cost you your next star employee. Have you experienced the consequences of a slow hiring process? Share your thoughts below! 👇 #Hiring #Recruitment #TalentAcquisition #HR

The "worst" thing you can do in your hiring process is bringing others down to prove you're "the best". I see this in the recruitment sector all the time. Examples are: 1. Discrediting the skills or experiences of other candidates to make one's favored candidate appear more qualified. 2. Comparing companies negatively, suggesting that your own organization is superior. 3. Criticizing fellow recruiters on their talent acquisition strategies. Recognize the mistakes? This is called "competitive degradation. And it's wrong. If anything, it makes your hiring process weaker. You don't need to bring a methodology down to prove yours is better. Simply show why yours is "good". Stop fighting to beat others. ↳ Start fighting to beat the odds in your favor. There's a life lesson in here too. ;) How do you ensure your hiring strategy is effective without resorting to negative tactics? #HiringProcess #TalentAcquisition #RecruitmentStrategy #recruiter #hiring

One way hiring leaders could get a lot braver is by letting go of the obsession with hiring people who have only Recruitment experience ❌ I get it—you want to cover your bases. If things go wrong, it’s a safety net. And sure, it feels easier to hire someone who speaks the same language and has the same background. It’s comfortable. But here’s the thing: sticking only to candidates with only Recruitment experience... ➡️ Limits innovation. ➡️ Doesn’t guarantee future success. ➡️ Cuts down on diversity of thought. ➡️ Shrinks your talent pool. ➡️ Keeps you playing catch-up with the competition. If you keep hiring from your competitors, only to end up trying to catch up with their game plan, you’re always two steps behind. Why? Because while you’re spending two years trying to match their playbook, they’re already moving ahead. #recruitment #rec2rec #candidate #interview #job

Long Story Short: You needed a resource. You interviewed 20+ candidates. You hired the most promising one. 🚀 Candidate joins, doesn't deliver as expected. 💼 You fire him. 🏃♂️💨 So, who’s to blame? The candidate for false promises or the hiring manager for a poor evaluation? 🤷♂️ The real answer? Maybe it’s a bit of both—and neither. Sometimes, even the best hire isn’t the right fit. It’s not always about skills; it’s about chemistry, adaptability, and culture. 💡 If we only played the blame game, we’d be hiring ghosts and pointing fingers all day. Instead, let’s aim for clarity, better onboarding, and alignment from day one. Because when we’re quick to fire, we lose more than just a resource—we lose time, trust, and talent. ⏰💼 What’s your take? Candidate, Manager, or Process—where does the real issue lie? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 #HiringHiccups #TalentManagement #BlameGame

Know what it takes to hire great talent? Think again. The hiring landscape has evolved. It's not just about the resume or the interview anymore. It's about understanding the heartbeat of your organization and syncing it with the market pulse. As a consultant in your hiring process, I bring a fresh perspective. A blend of data-driven insights and human intuition. I dive deep into what makes your company tick and match it with what today's top talent seeks. But here's the twist - it's not just about finding the right people. It's about understanding the WHY behind the hire. Why does this role exist? Why would the perfect candidate want it? And why would they stay? Let me guide you through: - Crafting compelling job descriptions that speak directly to your ideal candidate. - Navigating the complexities of today's job market with ease. - Building an employer brand that attracts top talent like a magnet. - Implementing innovative hiring strategies that go beyond the conventional. Ready to transform your hiring process and secure the talent that propels your company forward? Let's connect. Together, we'll unlock the full potential of your talent acquisition strategy. Your next great hire is closer than you think. #hiringpartner #talentacquisition

🚨 Attention Hiring Managers! 🚨 Let's talk about the uncomfortable truth of recruiting in 2024: we're being too picky. 🤔 Yes, I said it! Many hiring managers think they've got it all figured out, but the reality is, most don't. 🤷♂️ They get caught up in minor issues instead of focusing on what truly matters: finding great candidates. How many times have you hesitated to interview someone, only to find out they were the perfect fit? 🤯 Trust me, it happens more often than you think! So, here's a friendly reminder: save yourself the headache and leave the recruiting to the experts. 🌟 Trust your recruiting partners and give those recommended candidates a chance. You might just be surprised at who ends up being the perfect fit for your team! 💼 #Recruiting #HiringTips #TrustTheExperts

If you're a Hiring Manager, 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: comparing candidates to each other instead of comparing them to the job itself. 😬 When you focus on comparing candidates, you'll likely keep finding flaws in everyone and convincing yourself that the "perfect" candidate is just around the corner. By recognizing that 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗻𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 "𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵", you can become a 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 hiring manager and start to identify exceptional candidates and their potential, even if they still have areas for improvement, after all, 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻’𝘁? In today’s market, 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗹𝘆. Making a good candidate wait even one extra week can easily result in losing them to another company. 𝗕𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀. 😊 #TuesdayInsights image by Screenloop