Four keys to attract and secure talent, that are often overlooked.
4 keys to attracting and securing talent that are often overlooked.
Too often, valuable talent is forfeited due to factors under a company’s control. The cumulative impact encompasses wasted time, expended resources for talent acquisition (including possible retainer fees and HR/hiring manager interview efforts), with the intangible value of lost talent defying quantification.
The strategic imperative lies in not only attracting, but crucially, retaining talent.
To accomplish this, the following four prerequisites should be met:
- Laser-Sharp Clarity in Expectations: Unambiguous articulation of job expectations is pivotal for prospective candidates. This involves the identification of a minimum of five indispensable requirements for the role, serving as a useful benchmark for initial screening.
- Elaborate Definition of Role and Outcomes: The description of the role should include a clear explanation of what results are expected.. This detailed account provides candidates with a clear understanding of the performance goals and deliverables expected.
- Sustained and Transparent Communication: Maintaining candidate engagement hinges on effective, transparent, and regular communication. Fluctuations or infrequency in communication erode candidate interest and cast a negative light on the company’s image.
- Seamless Onboarding for Day-One Contributions: The onboarding process sets the trajectory for the employee’s productivity. Ensuring immediate contribution necessitates the provision of requisite tools (e.g., desk, PC, phone), an in-depth orientation on system operations, clear identification of support channels, and unambiguous assignment of responsibilities.
In adhering to these four imperatives, an organization stands to significantly mitigate talent attrition and enhance its prospects of retaining valuable personnel.
