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3 Reasons You Should Implement an Employee Referral Program

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With the rise of contract work, many organizations are seeking ways to attract skilled candidates. While many companies are diligent about their external recruitment efforts, ensuring their vacancies are posted far and wide, not every business examines their internal options the same way.

By implementing an employee referral program, you can access top talent quickly and efficiently.

Here are 3 reasons why these programs provide value to your business:

1. Better Candidates

One of the primary benefits of an employee referral program is access to better candidates. Since your staff is fully aware of what it takes to succeed in your environment, they are likely to refer only the professionals with the right skills, experiences, and demeanor to excel. Effectively, you are encouraging your employees to take part in the recruitment process. Typically, they will only recommend those they trust and feel could meet the requirements of the job, so they are functionally vetting potential candidates before you even learn their names. Additionally, high performers won’t risk their reputations by referring someone who isn’t suitable. They understand they are directly associated with any referred individuals, so they are only going to recommend the best and brightest people they know.

2. Decrease Costs

When you implement a referral program, you are creating a recruitment platform that doesn’t come with a significant price tag. Even if you reward workers for successful referrals, it will usually cost you significantly less than actively recruiting for the role yourself, such as by posting the vacancy on a job board. You can also save a significant amount of time with this approach. In most cases, a referred candidate already understands the basics of your business, as the employee who referred them likely shared information with the candidate in advance. This allows you to avoid covering certain information during the process as the job seeker is already aware of some of the introductory information.

3. Higher Retention

A referred candidate is usually actively interested in joining your company. They have learned about the position and environment from someone who already works with you, meaning they are privy to details other outside candidates might not know. When they apply, they do so from an informed position, increasing the odds they will be satisfied should they accept the job. Additionally, a candidate who is referred is more likely to be a good cultural fit for the company. Since they have prior knowledge and insider information, they can determine whether the environment would meet their needs in advance. If it doesn’t, they will usually decline the referral.

Boost Your Referral Program

Ultimately, by implementing an employee referral program, you have a lot to gain and very little to lose. If you would like to know more Award Staffing can help, contact us to speak with one of our knowledgeable team members today and see how our referral program expertise can benefit you.

How Minnesota Companies Maximize Their Referrals

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Referrals are an extremely important part of the job-seeking process because they give employers confidence that they are about to make a good decision in hiring you. When an employer calls a reference, they are likely wanting to know more about your character, work experience, and passion. Here’s how you can maximize your referrals.

Ask Permission-

One big mistake a lot of individuals make is failing to ask permission of their referrals. You want to ask permission because you want your referrals to know you’re considering using them in your job search, obtain their permission, and give them time to be prepared. Otherwise, if you don’t, your potential employer may run into some very awkward phone calls.

Keep Your Referrals Updated-

Keep your referrals updated on your job search. If you receive a job offer, let your referrals know that you won’t be using them for the next several months (or however long you expect to be employed). They will appreciate the courtesy, and it will keep you fresh in their minds for the next time you need to use them.

Choose Referrals Who Will Speak Highly of You-

This is common sense, of course, but you need to choose referrals who will speak highly of you. There is no point in choosing a boss who fired you as opposed to someone who highly valued you as an employee.

Choosing wisely can have a great impact on your job search. Bring your referrals to Award Staffing. We will help match you up with a company that notes your positive references and puts your skills and educational experience to good use.

 

FINDING YOUR TALENT

Want to learn more about how Award Staffing can help your organization with your staffing and employment needs? Start by providing our team with a few pieces of information about yourself, and we will take care of the rest.

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3 Reasons Why You Should Prioritize Candidate Referrals

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Hiring can be a tricky, expensive process that can either have great results or disastrous results for your company. Whenever possible, try to prioritize candidate referrals over any other type of applicant – here’s why.

1. Rely on Other People’s Experiences-

The great thing about relying on candidate referrals is that other people have already done the pre-vetting for you. When someone is referred to you, that person is putting their reputation on the line for doing so. This increases your chance of securing a high-quality candidate.

2. Accurate Character References –

When someone is referred, you can rest easy knowing that their character references are more accurate. It’s one thing for a candidate to refer to himself or herself as being responsible and timely; it’s another thing for a former employer to confirm that an employee actually is responsible and timely.

3. Less Costly to Do So-

It’s expensive to hire candidates, especially if they don’t work out for your company in the long run. When someone is referred to you, it’s safer to assume that they are looking for a long-term position and will be a “good hire.” By eliminating individuals who are only looking for short-term gain, you will ultimately find yourself saving money.

If you’re looking to hire reputable employees for your company, contact Award Staffing. We will refer candidates who have excellent references that we have personally hand-verified for you. We will make sure that the candidate who joins your team is nothing short of what you are seeking.

 

FINDING YOUR TALENT

Want to learn more about how Award Staffing can help your organization with your staffing and employment needs? Start by providing our team with a few pieces of information about yourself, and we will take care of the rest.

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