{"id":5431,"date":"2021-02-22T09:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-22T09:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.kylas.io\/?p=5431"},"modified":"2023-01-09T15:07:05","modified_gmt":"2023-01-09T09:37:05","slug":"small-business-attract-hire-right-talent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kylas.io\/en\/sales-effectiveness\/how-small-businesses-can-attract-and-hire-the-right-talent","title":{"rendered":"How Small Businesses Can Attract and Hire the Right Talent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n@media only screen and (max-width: 700px){\n.img-full-mob{\nwidth:100% !important;\nheight:100% !important;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\"><em>\u201cNothing we do is more important than hiring and developing people. At the end of the day, you bet on people, not on strategies.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\"><strong> &#8211;<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneur.com\/article\/279251\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lawrence Bossidy<\/a>, Former COO of GE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">One of the biggest mistakes small businesses make is to build a team that\u2019s all kinds of wrong for the goals they want to achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">This usually happens because they think-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:20px\"><li>They don\u2019t have a high enough budget to hire the best resources in the market<\/li><li>They don\u2019t have enough of a brand yet to attract top talent<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">And so, they decide to just go for the candidate with the best-looking resume that applied for the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">If you\u2019re a small business looking to build the right team around you, you\u2019ve probably thought of one of the above two reasons at some point. And, in the past, you too might have compromised on the talent you hired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">But we\u2019ve got news for you \u2013 you <em>don\u2019t need <\/em>the best educated or experienced talent in the market\u2026and you <em>don\u2019t need <\/em>to be the most attractive brand, because you don\u2019t need to be one of the top hiring companies in the market at this point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Here\u2019s why you\u2019re actually ending up with all the wrong talent-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:20px\"><li>You\u2019re underestimating the quality of talent you <em>can attract<\/em><\/li><li>You don\u2019t yet have enough clarity or foresight to hire exactly <em>the right talent <\/em>for your growth, or<\/li><li>You\u2019re in a hurry to scale and underestimate <em>the impact <\/em>of every single hire<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">The first step to hiring the right talent, then, is to get complete clarity of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">The top talent <em>you think <\/em>you want is most likely too impatient and ambitious to be the right fit for your small company. <em>You need <\/em>someone who\u2019s also looking to grow and \u2013 depending on the roles you have to fill \u2013 still comes with great experience that will add the edge you need in your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Think of the people and teams in your company as a jigsaw puzzle: just like different functions fit together to create an end output, different people fit together to create a well-oiled machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc  is-style-outline htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><g fill=\"#444\"><path d=\"M15 7H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><path d=\"M15 1H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1zM15 13H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-the-importance-of-hiring-the-right-talent\">The Importance of Hiring the Right Talent<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-the-4-step-process-to-hiring-the-right-talent\">The 4 Step Process to Hiring the Right Talent<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-1-get-the-clarity-you-need-who-are-you-really-looking-for\">Step 1- Get the Clarity You Need \u2013 Who Are You Really Looking for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-2-choose-the-right-hiring-channels\">Step 2- Choose the Right Hiring Channels<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-1-job-portals\">1. Job Portals<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-2-social-media\">2. Social Media<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-3-word-of-mouth\">3. Word of Mouth<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-4-colleges-amp-educational-institutions\">4. Colleges &amp; Educational Institutions<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-5-your-website\">5. Your Website<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-3-plan-your-hiring-process\">Step 3- Plan Your Hiring Process<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-4-interview-check-and-vet\">Step 4- Interview, Check and Vet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-9-hiring-best-practices-you-can-t-ignore\">9 Hiring Best Practices Your Small Business Can\u2019t Ignore<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-1-don-t-rush-into-decisions\">1. Don\u2019t Rush Into Decisions<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-use-a-pre-hire-psychometric-culture-assessment\">2. Use a Pre-Hire Psychometric\/Culture Assessment<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-3-prepare-for-interviews\">3. Prepare for Interviews<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-don-t-enter-into-the-process-with-a-closed-mind\">4. Don\u2019t Enter Into the Process With a Closed Mind<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-5-pay-attention-to-the-experience-of-your-hiring-process\">5. Pay Attention to the Experience of Your Hiring Process<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-maintain-stringent-records\">6. Maintain Stringent Records<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-establish-role-expectations-upfront\">7. Establish Role Expectations Upfront<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-8-be-clear-on-how-flexible-you-can-be\">8. Be Clear on How Flexible You Can Be<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-involve-people-across-the-company\">9. Involve People Across Your Small Business<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-the-importance-of-hiring-the-right-talent\">The Importance of Hiring the Right Talent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">The urgency in small business growth doesn\u2019t allow the luxury of taking risks when it comes to hiring the right people. As a small business owner or leader, you would rather take months longer to hire the right person, than to hire the wrong person quickly because you\u2019re facing a resource crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Let\u2019s take a look at the benefits and impact of hiring the right and wrong people-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-the-4-step-process-to-hiring-the-right-talent\">The 4 Step Process to Hiring the Right Talent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-1-get-the-clarity-you-need-who-are-you-really-looking-for\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">Step 1- Get the Clarity You Need \u2013 <em>Who Are You Really Looking for?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Answer these questions to correctly identify the kind of employee(s) you immediately need-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Q1. <em>Do you have enough people on your team who can help you strategize, who you can depend on and delegate to?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Ans. <em>If you don\u2019t, you probably need to hire a senior person right away \u2013 someone you won\u2019t need to instruct and micromanage in the long term and someone who can manage those around him\/her.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Q2. <em>Do you have enough people on your team to execute, meet deadlines and help you meet targets?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Ans. <em>If you don\u2019t, you need more executives on whom you can rely to get work done day in and day out.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Q3. <em>What is your company culture like? What would you like it to be?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Ans. <em>A candidate who\u2019s the right cultural fit is more important than a candidate who has impressive brands and stints on their resume.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Q4. <em>What do you look for in an employee?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Ans. <em>Every leader has different requirements from employees \u2013 you might want to surround yourself by people who think out of the box, or perhaps you prioritize trustworthiness.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Q5. <em>Where do you picture your company in the next 2 years? What kind of employees will you need then?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Ans. <em>With millennials and Gen Z, attrition rates are higher than they\u2019ve ever been before (without considering the current economy in the era of COVID-19) \u2026you want to hire someone who\u2019ll fit in and stick around for a couple of years.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Q6. <em>What specific skills and attributes do you need the employee to possess?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Ans. <em>No one comes with every single thing you need. Are there any skills\/attributes you\u2019re willing to groom them on? Which are the non-negotiable ones?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-2-choose-the-right-hiring-channels\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">Step 2- Choose the Right Hiring Channels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">No one channel is the be all and end all of hiring. Your potential talent pool is present across a number of channels, and so should you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-1-job-portals\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">1. Job Portals<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Job portals can be very effective in finding the right resources, but at times turn out to be a frustrating waste of time. We\u2019ve learned from experience that how you navigate the portals and the profiles you look for can make all the difference \u2013 an extremely close collaboration between the HR and hiring manager is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">With portals, you don\u2019t have the benefit of getting a glimpse into the world and activities of each candidate \u2013 what they put up as their professional front is what you conduct your preliminary round of shortlists on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">At the same time, you\u2019re assured that almost every single candidate on that portal is actively looking for a job \u2013 you don\u2019t need to convince them to switch from another company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-2-social-media\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">2. Social Media<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">We asked Neha Kaul from our Human Resources department for her take on using social channels for recruiting today. Here\u2019s what she had to say-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\"><em>\u201cSocial recruiting is a very effective tool when it comes to recruiting passive candidates. Earlier, when we only had job portals, it was always a challenge to reach out to candidates who were not looking out for a job actively. Platforms like LinkedIn have made it much easier to reach this audience and if you can get them interested then in more ways than one, it&#8217;s a win-win for both the parties involved.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">LinkedIn, is, without a doubt, the biggest social channel for recruiting\u2026members today have an #OpenToWork sticker they can apply to profile pictures to help signal hiring managers and HR executives that they\u2019re looking for a job. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Even those not potentially looking for a job can be reached out to with a quick message after checking their background &amp; experience. Let\u2019s not, however, underestimate the impact of other social media channels such as Facebook and Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Neha says, <em>\u201cIn today\u2019s times it has become imperative for organizations to use their social media handles to the fullest potential for attracting the right talent. In my experience, 90%-95% candidates who appear for an interview admit that the first thing they check out after getting a shortlist call from the recruiter is the social media handles of the company and the Glassdoor rating and reviews. Being up to date on social media and building a social community is not merely a trend or novelty for an organization now but it\u2019s a must have for any progressive and thriving organization.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-3-word-of-mouth\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">3. Word of Mouth<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Just as referral marketing is the most effective tool in boosting your top line, your employees can be your best advocates when it comes to hiring. When you have satisfied employees, who feel challenged and fulfilled at work, they are more likely to recommend your organization to their friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">So, one of the first steps you should take when you have a particular profile you\u2019re hiring for, is to reach out to employees who are likely to be able to recommend someone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">If you know someone who\u2019s satisfied with their role in your company and enjoys working with you, have a word with them regardless of their department \u2013 you never know who they might be able to recommend from their network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">You should also encourage your employees to reshare the social media posts you publish advertising open positions, and actively request your most loyal team members to rate you on platforms such as Glassdoor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">While it may seem a bit pushy at first, this is commonly expected from human resource executives and can be very effective in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-4-colleges-amp-educational-institutions\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">4. Colleges &amp; Educational Institutions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Don\u2019t think of colleges and educational institutes as a channel for when you want to hire employees with no experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">When you need to hire someone with a few years of experience, reach out to higher colleges and universities with professional courses \u2013 these are most likely to require some form of prior experience, and will usually have people from different backgrounds in professional experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">You don\u2019t always need to get through via the placements round either \u2013 simply ask employees who come from relevant institutes to put you in touch with the alumni committee or the hiring committee for the current year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-5-your-website\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">5. Your Website<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Having a hiring page on your website is a best practice for any and every company. You should use this page as a way to showcase your small business company culture, advertise employee benefits and link to open positions. Take  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kylas.io\/careers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kylas Career&#8217;s page<\/a> for example. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\"><em>Are you likely to have people rushing in to fill the open positions form? <\/em>As a small business, not really. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">BUT this page makes a great first impression for everyone who comes in from social media posts, job portals, and employee referrals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">It will also be the page potential employees check out when they casually come across your company, either via your employees or via your marketing efforts\u2026even if they don\u2019t apply to a position right away, you can be sure that the page will make an impression in their minds for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-3-plan-your-hiring-process\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">Step 3- Plan Your Hiring Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\"><em>How many rounds of interviews will you have for different levels? What are some standardized evaluation parameters, and can you create a templatized feedback document? Which roles need an assignment? What should turn around times be like between hiring managers and HR?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Think about the flow of the entire hiring process and the different steps within it \u2013 standardizing it will help create predictability for your teams and a smoother experience for candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-4-interview-check-and-vet\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">Step 4- Interview, Check and Vet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">When interviewing, make sure you take note of previous work information so you can cross-check it on their social media profiles. Then, vet information or details provided with their references \u2013 remember, you don\u2019t need to take everyone for their word, it always helps to hear about a candidate from people they\u2019ve worked with before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-9-hiring-best-practices-you-can-t-ignore\">9 Hiring Best Practices Your Small Business Can\u2019t Ignore<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-1-don-t-rush-into-decisions\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">1. Don\u2019t Rush Into Decisions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">When you\u2019re extremely short-staffed and your teams are running 12-hour workdays, it\u2019s easy to want to hire the first somewhat-qualified person you interview. Hold back on that inclination \u2013 the effects of hiring the wrong person are all the more magnified in times of increased stress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Though it might take you several more weeks to find the right person, find different ways to reduce team stress while you take the time to find the right person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-use-a-pre-hire-psychometric-culture-assessment\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">2. Use a Pre-Hire Psychometric\/Culture Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Neha recommends, <em>\u201cUse a customized assessment, curated keeping in mind the values of the organization and also the temperament and competencies required for the particular role. It will help a great deal in shortlisting a more effective pool of talent when trying to fill the vacancy in the organization.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-3-prepare-for-interviews\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">3. Prepare for Interviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img data-src=https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/How-Small-Businesses-Can-Attract-and-Hire-the-Right-Talent-In-Blog-12-1024x860-1.png\" alt=\"Preparation icon\" class=\"img-full-mob lazy\" width=\"204\" height=\"172\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">It\u2019s not just the candidates that need to prepare for interviews. Hiring managers, also, need to prepare, so they have exactly the right questions for that candidate in hand. The better you prepare, the better your questions are and the more insightful the answers for you to make a yes\/no decision on the hiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-don-t-enter-into-the-process-with-a-closed-mind\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">4. Don\u2019t Enter Into the Process With a Closed Mind<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Even when you have specific educational\/experience requirements, you might be surprised by the talent you come across. Go into the hiring process with an open mind \u2013 you might come across someone who has experience in another industry, or a different educational background who is just right for your organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-5-pay-attention-to-the-experience-of-your-hiring-process\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">5. Pay Attention to the Experience of Your Hiring Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">In most industries today (and considering platforms such as Glassdoor), news and opinions travel fast. Try and respond to every candidate\u2019s email applying for a role\u2026for small businesses, that volume shouldn\u2019t be too large to handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Also, ensure that they have a smooth interview experience and are offered all the respect of timeliness and professionalism. Make sure you get back to them even when they don\u2019t make the cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-maintain-stringent-records\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">6. Maintain Stringent Records<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">Every once in a while, you might end up coming across profiles that were shortlisted or interviewed before. Having a thorough record of candidates shortlisted, and interviews held along with their feedback &amp; outcomes makes it easy for you too &#8211;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">a. Maintain a repository of promising candidates<br>b. Quicken the shortlisting process in the future<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-establish-role-expectations-upfront\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">7. Establish Role Expectations Upfront<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">The single biggest concern most candidates have with a small business culture is the level of commitment that\u2019s needed to be put in. Setting up expectations upfront, during the interview process, helps candidates create a realistic picture of their role in your company \u2013 the closer their impression is to reality, the better their expectations will be met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-8-be-clear-on-how-flexible-you-can-be\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">8. Be Clear on How Flexible You Can Be<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img data-src=\"https:\/\/kylas.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/How-Small-Businesses-Can-Attract-and-Hire-the-Right-Talent-In-Blog-17-1024x860-1.png\" alt=\"Flexibility icon\" class=\"img-full-mob lazy\" width=\"213\" height=\"179\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">You\u2019ll come across candidates you love that decline your offer and you\u2019ll also come across candidates that might be a little out of your financial reach, with whom you need to negotiate. It helps, then, to have these decisions made ahead of time \u2013 how much are you willing to negotiate, what benefits can you offer to change a candidate\u2019s mind?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-involve-people-across-the-company\" style=\"font-size:22px;line-height:1.6\">9. Involve People Across Your Small Business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">As a leader in the company, you will want to directly interview candidates that will report only to you. There are times, however, where you may be tempted to directly take up the hiring of other positions across the company \u2013 in such case, remember to involve people that are relevant to the role, in the process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">If you\u2019re hiring a mid-level leader for a team, talk to them about their troubles and daily hurdles, their aspirations, then use those insights to hire the right person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.6\">And there you have it \u2013 a comprehensive guide to hiring the right resources to boost your small business growth. Have any questions? We\u2019d be happy to answer them for you! 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