As you look to recruit individuals for technology positions at your company, it’s critical to keep presentation in mind. If your organization is initially perceived as stiff, difficult to work with, and unwelcoming, you may be scaring off top tech talent. Here are some of the most common mistakes companies make when recruiting technology applicants.
1. The Application Process is Lengthy
A long application process can turn any candidate away, and it may even dissuade a top candidate to forget about your position altogether.
2. Your Interview Process is Tedious
CIO reports that a tedious interview process can be an immediate turn-off to job hunters. While a rigorous interview process can give you insight, it’s important to avoid making interviewees feel like they’re jumping through hoops without a purpose.
“If the steps they have to do in the interview process are silly, aren’t applicable to what they’re going to be doing in the position or aren’t highlighting or accentuating their talents, then they’re going to find it nonsensical and feel like you’re wasting their time,” Adam Ochstein, founder and CEO of StratEx, told the news source.
3. You Aren’t Genuine About Your Company
Today, job hunters can learn everything about a company before even applying, thanks to the Internet. If you aren’t genuine during the hiring process about your organization, candidates will eventually find out. Needless to say, this is a big turn-off for applicants.
4. The Interview is Rushed
No one wants to feel like they’re being rushed out the door after an interview. Candidates take time out of their schedule to meet with you, meaning they expect a fairly thorough process. Avoid leaving a bad impression by comfortably leading each candidate through the interview and providing plenty of time for questions.
5. Your Compensation Package is Lacking
These days, job candidates not only want to see a good salary, but benefits as well. To make sure you aren’t scaring off top tech talent with your compensation package, do your research beforehand. Take a look at the average salaries for individuals in similar positions across the country – the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics is one resource that can give you this type of helpful information.
6. You Exhibit Signs of Poor Management
If you can’t answer questions that job candidates ask you during the interview, you may be showing signs of poor company or team management. This can leave any interviewee feeling less than confident about the proposed position. Before you begin the interview, you should already be prepared to answer questions pertaining to the position itself, the daily tasks it requires, and how much client involvement is necessary on a regular basis.
As you look to recruit some of the top talent in the tech world, keep these common mistakes in mind. When you partner with Resolute, we will work with you to attract top tech talent and fill your position quickly and efficiently. Contact us today for more info.
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