Hiring an Exceptional Workforce

When we speak to “hiring an exceptional workforce”, we do so as if we seek to find the sacred mysteries of the recruitment and selection process. We are all aware that having exceptional employees builds exceptional companies, which enhances our competitive advantage. How many times have you categorized your employees as “B and C Players”? Wouldn’t you love to have an organization of primarily “A Players”?

Several practices can enhance our ability to attract the exceptional workforce. As a review, take a few minutes to read the list below. How many of these statements are true about your organization?

• We follow a structured and well-developed process for recruitment and selection.

• Our branding and corporate identity attract the exceptional workforce.

• We communicate and promote our employee referral program.

• Our managers are trained in behavioral interviewing techniques as well as in selling our organization.

• We seek “fit” within our organizational culture.

• We recognize red flags and question them.

• We acknowledge all inquires of employment.

• We promptly respond to candidates that are not offered employment with a follow up regret letter.

• We conduct thorough reference checks, every time!

• Our offer letters are consistent, welcoming and confirm the details of the offer.

Whereas having all of the above practices in place may not guarantee a perfect hiring record, it will increase your odds of bringing the right people on board. If you are aware that your organization is falling down in any of the above areas, develop a plan to improve the hiring process. Simple changes can significantly enhance your process, leading to greater efficiencies and a more positive presence in the market place.

Committing people and financial resources to ensure a well-planned and executed hiring process provides significant returns to the organization. You will likely never get to the “next level” of growth and effectiveness without a focused, professionally executed recruitment function.

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