Biggest mistakes recruiters can make3 min read

You can find hundreds of articles on the web about the worst mistake a job seeker can do and even more about interview etiquette, but not much is said about the biggest turn offs for a job seeker. But in fact, one slight slip up and a bad reputation among job seekers is formed, affecting the company’s future hiring campaigns. Nowadays, it really is the company’s image that attracts job seekers, more so than any financial bonus or location. According to LinkedIn, 50 % of professionals in the UAE wouldn’t move to a company that is known for being a bad employer, regardless of a pay increase.

Be courteous

Politeness goes a long way in the recruitment world, especially when candidates have been searching for a long time, have jumped through a lot of hoops during an application process and have still not received a positive reply. A simple email letting the applicant know that they were unsuccessful shows that you appreciate their time and interest in your business. Furthermore, this contact may not be right for the position you are looking to fill at the moment but may come in useful at a later date. It is always good form in life to be polite to people and in the recruitment sector this is even more important, as relationships get you noticed.

Don’t keep them waiting

A topic that follows on nicely from the good manners, is the importance of keeping your word. Notably, it is important to keep to a given time frame and don’t make the candidate wait too long for bad news or good. It is true that they have to be patient because the decision is in your hands, but responding rapidly will show the candidate that you have a professional business style. This quick answer will be a demonstration of how you will work with them when they are in your company. No one wants to work for a slow-replying boss! What is even worse is that great candidates can be lost to the time delay and this creates frustration for everyone.

Boost your employer branding

The reputation of your business is the most important thing that attracts suitable and high quality applicants to apply for your positions. By having a positive image that shows how well you treat your employers and the space for growth and personal development within the company will reflect well in the long term. We know that word of mouth is a strong form of advertising and this is especially true for people who know the name and who endorse the company’s positive attributes.

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Author: Maria