10 Things I Know About...Successfully sourcing IT talent
Terry O'Leary is the executive vice president of Randstad Technologies, a $23-billion global provider of HR services.
10) Know job seeking habits. IT professionals rarely start a job search without some type of game plan. They begin by reassessing their strengths, career goals and interests. They'll also reconnect with their network.
9) Put yourself in their shoes. Find out where your target candidates spend the most time searching for jobs. Knowing the talent pool hot spots will help to position your employer's brand.
8) Sell your employer's brand. What is it about your company that makes you an employer of choice? Speak to your company's internal employees to figure out what makes working at your company so great, and communicate those highlights to candidates.
7) Provide consistent feedback. The IT market is loaded with opportunities for top-tier talent, which means candidates often receive multiple offers. Communicating positive feedback about a candidate's strengths and assets post-interview can increase the likelihood that they will choose your offer.
6) Be transparent. This is especially important when it comes to the job description. IT professionals want specifics, and they do not want to waste time trying to figure out what exactly a company wants.
5) Talk with hiring managers. Hold conversations with your hiring manager to find out what the top desired skills are for a position, and make sure you clearly indicate those skills in the job description as well as during the interview.
4) Understand no one is perfect. Sometimes the best candidate may have most of the desired skills you need -- but not all of them. You might wait weeks before finding another person who is even close to offering a similar skillset, so do not overlook current prospects while in search for the perfect candidate.
3) Look for learners. Candidates who have shown an eagerness to learn new technology and are able to apply their knowledge.
2) Prioritize soft and hard skills. These days, companies want new hires with strong communication skills and a proven ability to work well with others.
1) Pick knowledgeable people. Showing interest for the position is nice, but it is the candidates who have done their research and demonstrated what they can do will impact the bottom line.
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