{"id":3933,"date":"2021-02-16T13:38:23","date_gmt":"2021-02-16T17:38:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lgcassocprod.wpengine.com\/?p=3933"},"modified":"2024-04-29T09:51:13","modified_gmt":"2024-04-29T13:51:13","slug":"connecting-with-candidates-4-reasons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lgcassociates.com\/es\/connecting-with-candidates-4-reasons\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons You Need to Be Connecting with Candidates | Hospitality in the News"},"content":{"rendered":"

Every week we comb through the news to find employment trends affecting the hospitality\u00a0<\/span>industry<\/span> so you don\u2019t have to. This week\u2019s topic: the importance of connecting with candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n

In a challenging hiring climate,\u00a0<\/span>recruiters and managers are always trying to find ways to stay relevant and competitive<\/span>\u00a0in order to attract top talent. One of the best ways to do this is\u00a0<\/span>by<\/span> genuinely connecting<\/span> with candidates.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Below, we\u2019ll talk about why it\u2019s important to connect with candidates and how it can benefit both parties.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why is connecting with candidates important? <\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Whether you\u2019re a professional recruiter or\u00a0<\/span>oversee<\/span>\u00a0hiring for your business,\u00a0<\/span>there\u2019s a lot of work that goes into finding the next addition to your team.\u00a0<\/span>Advertising, screening, and interviewing are usually seen as the most important aspects of the hiring process, but there\u2019s one other thing that is just as important: connecting with candidates. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hiring has become increasingly digital, but even more so with the emergence of the coronavirus in 2020 that made in-person interactions risky.\u00a0<\/span>Though using hiring technology can make recruiters lives easier, it can also remove the element of human touch that\u2019s vital for job seekers. By going out of your way to connect with candidates,\u00a0<\/span>you can stand out from the competition and leave a lasting impression on the candidate, ideally making them want to join your team.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are other reasons to prioritize candidate connection,\u00a0<\/span>such as:\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It can affect the candidate experience<\/span><\/b>.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
\nThe candidate experience is the overall perception a job seeker has with your company, which starts from the first time they\u00a0<\/span>interact with your brand. Missing the opportunity to form a strong connection can lead to a poor candidate experience, meaning you might lose out on<\/span>\u00a0great employee<\/span>s<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether or not they\u2019re hired, you<\/span><\/b>r brand will<\/span><\/b>\u00a0leave a good\u00a0<\/span><\/b>impression.<\/span><\/b>
\nCreating a connection with job seekers is crucial\u00a0<\/span>regardless of<\/span>\u00a0if you\u2019re hiring them\u00a0<\/span>or not.\u00a0<\/span>Even if you decide\u00a0<\/span>not to move forward<\/span>, t<\/span>hey may suggest you to a fr<\/span>iend or leave a good review of the interview<\/span>\u00a0if they\u2019re satisfied with their experience.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll create a more engaged\u00a0<\/span><\/b>employee.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
\nIf you do choose to bring the candidate onboard,\u00a0<\/span>they\u2019ll likely be more engaged because you formed that connection early on. Mor<\/span>e engaged employees = happier employees = less turnover.\u00a0<\/span>Not only\u00a0<\/span>that but<\/span>\u00a0engaged employees will be more willing to advocate for your business on social\u00a0<\/span>media, leave\u00a0<\/span>positive\u00a0<\/span>reviews, and refer great candidates they know.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Frankly, it\u2019s just\u00a0<\/span><\/b>nice.<\/span><\/b>
\nIt\u2019s no secret that a lot of us are struggling right now because of the pandemic and other social issues<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>By\u00a0<\/span>going out of your way to form a genuine connection with someone\u00a0<\/span>who\u2019s trying to make a positive change in their life<\/span>, you can change the course of their day or week.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How to create a genuine connection with candidates<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Now that you understand why creating a connection is so important,\u00a0<\/span>let’s look at\u00a0<\/span>what\u00a0<\/span>recruiters and managers\u00a0<\/span>can implement in their hiring process\u00a0<\/span>to form a personal touch.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n