CH 6: Recruiting

what are some advantages of internal recruiting (promoting employees from within the organization)?

-promotes good public relations -builds morale -encourages individuals who are qualified and ambitious -less costly -helps to recruit for entry-level positions

what are some characteristics of strong employment brands?

-represent organizational culture -assist in recruitment efforts -increase employee satisfaction -increase employee referrals

what are some common recruiting challenges?

-too many or too few applicants -image or reputation of the organization -attractiveness or status of the job -organizational policies -costs of recruiting -inadequate recruiting technology

what are three alternatives to traditional recruiting methods?

1. temporary help services 2. employee leasing 3. independent contractors

job fairs

Job fairs are making a comeback on or near college campuses. Virtual job fairs allow recruiters and potential job candidates meet online, which eliminates the need to travel or even dress up.

temporary help services

Temporary employees help organizations meet short-term fluctuations in HRM needs. Older workers can also provide high-quality help.

what is employment branding?

differentiates the employer and establishes a brand image for employees, the prospective employee, and community

what do employment agencies do?

help employers and employees find each other

recruiting

matching those with jobs to fill with those seeking jobs

what do recruiters do?

promote the organization to prospective applicants

what does recruiting do?

provides information that will attract a significant pool of qualified candidates and discourage unqualified ones from applying

executive search firms

seek out highly effective executives who have the right skills

recruiting alternatives

temp services and employee leasing

independent contractors

-do specific work either on or off the company's premises -costs of regular employees (taxes and benefits costs) are not incurred

what are some disadvantages of internal recruiting?

-less qualified internal candidates may have preference over better qualified external candidates -may not promote diversity -moral problems among job candidates

describe the role of advertisements with external recruiting.

Advertisements: Job analysis should be the source of information for any ad. The best media for the audience should be selected. Broadcast and print media reach large numbers even though their market share in shrinking. Digital media is growing...and growing. Blind-box ads do not identify employer.

what are advantages of using employee referrals and recommendations?

Applicants get accurate job information from the employee. Tend to be more acceptable applicants than those without referral. More likely to accept an offer and to have a higher survival rate. Effective for hard-to-recruit positions.

what kind of people can HR recruit on the global scale?

For some positions, the whole world is a relevant labor market. So, HR can recruit Home-country nationals who provide extensive company experience to launch a product in a country where it has never sold before. Host-country nationals when a foreign subsidiary is being established and HQ wants to retain control yet hire someone with local market knowledge . Candidates of any nationality, creating a truly international perspective.

what do management consulting firms specialize in?

Management Consulting Firms: Also called executive recruiters or headhunters. Specialize in middle and top level executives. Hard to fill positions like IT or international assignments.

unsolicited applicants - source of employees

May provide a stockpile of prospective applicants if there are no current openings. Should be treated respectfully, even if no vacancies exist.

schools, colleges, and universities

May provide entry-level or experienced workers through their placement services. May also help companies establish cooperative education assignments and internships.

what are some examples of online recruiting methods?

Online recruiting methods and sources are evolving quickly. To list a few: Employer websites Job boards Social media Specialized job boards Most organizations use a combination of online sources.

passive candidates

People not actively seeking employment. Includes past applicants. Contacted via social media, blogs, invitations to events.

professional recruiting orgnizations

Placement services for members. May control the supply of prospective applicants. Professional organizations also include labor unions.

what are disadvantages of employee referrals?

Possibility of friendship being confused with job performance. Potential for nepotism. Potential for adverse impact.

how can social media be used to your advantage when looking for jobs?

Provide employers with links to your profile on sites like LinkedIn or other professional networking sites. List accomplishments and links to your resume along with recommendations from people in your network on social media. Provide evidence of volunteer work. Ask people in your network to help you in your job search. Check your profile often to make sure the information is accurate and up-to-date.

what are cover letters used for? what should be customized?

Still effective and expected by many employers. Use to create a personal "employee brand". Customize it with your strengths and personality. Proofread carefully and proofread again.

employee leasing

Trained workers are employed by a leasing company, which provides them to employers when needed for a flat fee. Typically remain with an organization for longer periods of time.

what are some public and state employment agencies? where do they earn their fees from?

U.S. Department of Labor sponsors http://www.CareerOneStop.org Private Agencies Earn fees from employers. Largest include Manpower, Adecco and Kelly Services.

what are some general tips for preparing your resume?

Use quality paper and easy to read type. Proofread carefully. If uploading to an employer, employment agency or job board, use simple format and font. Use typical job description phraseology. Include volunteer experience. Don't forget about networking as an excellent way of gaining access hiring decision makers