Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies are struggling to hire. Whatever industry you’re in, if you’re in the same situation, you’re not alone. The question is how do get people back to work? Here are some tips so you find and hire the new team members you need.

Identify the ideal candidate.

While there’s no such thing as the perfect candidate, by identifying key traits and abilities you’re looking for – before you post a job opening – you’ll better be able to screen resumes and find strong candidates.

For instance, what educational background is important? Which personality traits and characteristics are vital for success in the role? What kind of interests and other details represent the ideal candidate? Once you’ve gotten specific, you can then create a more accurate job description and start looking for the best-fit candidates.

Ask existing team members.

One fast, affordable and effective source for candidates is your existing staff. In fact, according to studies like those conducted by LinkedIn, referrals are the best source of quality candidates. If you don’t have an employee referral program, now’s the time to launch one. It should offer specific rewards to those who are able to make successful referrals to you.

Strengthen your employer brand.

Do candidates know your company name and what you do? What’s their perception of you? These are details that make up your employer brand. A strong, compelling one will attract more talented candidates. A negative one, on the other hand, will turn them away. It’s why investing in creating an innovative employer brand, online and offline, is so critical to your recruiting efforts.

Use social media.

There are many tools you should be tapping to recruit strong candidates. One powerful one is social media. This includes online forums, job boards, blogs, sites liked Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and more. To get the most from your efforts, identify which channels are frequented by your ideal candidate. Then starting promoting your brand and your job opportunities there.

Provide a positive candidate experience.

Make sure the candidate’s experience with your company is a good one. This should include an easy application process, regular communication, and immediate notification if they didn’t get the job. Even if that’s the case, they’ll appreciate your open and transparent approach.

Want professional help finding great candidates?

At Murray Resources, we make it easy. As an award-winning Houston staffing firm, we know where to find top candidates, how to recruit them, and ways to best vet them so you get a qualified, dependable candidate for your position. Contact us today to get started.