The best and most successful companies in the world employ talented, motivated and highly creative individuals. But even top companies started somewhere. So what steps does it take to begin to fill your business with top employees? You’ll need to take some very important and strategic steps to start the process. Here’s what you can do.
How to Hire the Best Employees in Atlanta
While in search of the best and brightest your industry has to offer, you can make your task easier by following these seven steps:
Know who you’re looking for.
If you were to find an exceptional performer, what skills, experience and personality would this person possess? True, you may not find an exact match. But if you shoot for the moon, you’ll land among the stars—and be able to clearly recognize those stars for what they are.
Write an interesting job description.
Top talent may get “courted” by a few potential employers while in search of a new job. And this means these highly skilled performers may be able to pick and choose for whom they work. Also, they’ll likely be on the lookout for a job that piques their interest, and offers an opportunity to learn and grow. For all these reasons, be sure to write interesting—rather than generic—job descriptions. Be creative and colorful, and write as if you’re speaking directly to your key candidate. Don’t forget to include bits about the company culture, benefits, etc.
Offer great benefits and job perks.
Good pay is not the only thing employees look for in a good employer. They’re also interested in rich healthcare benefits, wellness programs, 401(k), stock options, flexible scheduling, plenty of paid time off, etc. The best employers take good care of their employees—and as a result are able to recruit high-caliber staff.
Pay close attention to your company culture.
The best workers are interested in what it’s like to work for your company. And cultures that are fun, interactive and stimulating usually come out on top. You can strengthen your culture with on-the-job comforts such as a workout facility, daycare services, on-site café, pleasing décor with sources of natural light, company events and outings, etc.
Appoint the right interviewer.
The person in charge of interviewing should be confident, outgoing and likeable, but also a good judge of character. You want someone who will be able to ask interview questions and give a thorough but fair assessment of candidates’ answers.
Ask applicable interview questions.
Gone are the days of trick interview questions, such as “If you were stranded on a dessert island…” Top talent—as well as you—don’t have time for silly questions such as these. Instead, be straightforward with questions that uncover how well an employee knows his or her position, what his or her skills entail, and how well he or she will fit with your corporate culture.
When you find the right candidate, don’t delay.
No doubt, the best candidates are also interviewing with other employers. For this reason, don’t hold off when you’ve found a terrific worker. Extend an offer as soon as you can.
Connect With a Recruiter
Staffing agencies in Atlanta are experts at finding, recruiting and on-boarding the most highly qualified candidates. What’s more, they have access to lists of both active and passive candidates, so you know you’ll be matched with the very best available worker for your job opportunities.
How Can Snelling Georgia Group Help?
Our team of recruiters are experts at matching employers with the staff they need for success. To learn more about all the staffing services offered by Snelling Georgia Group, contact us today.
