We Feel Your Pain: The Applicant Flood
At first glance, hiring should feel easier. Slower labor market, layoffs, less job creation. Yet hiring managers still find themselves asking: Why is it so hard to find a rockstar for this role?
When should you look beyond the active candidates that are applying?
An experienced recruiter can help with all the above, providing a curated shortlist of proven performers. In a market flooded with applicants but short on true standouts, the advantage goes to companies that hire strategically, not reactively.
- Quantity doesn’t equal quality. It takes time going through all those resumes and determining which ones are viable, qualified candidates, who are in the right locale and are willing to meet your in-office requirements.
- Many passive high performers do not apply to jobs, especially at companies they are not familiar with.
- Candidates are applying to tens or hundreds of jobs. This has created an inefficiency where hiring managers think the position is filled but their top three candidates find other jobs. Or they decide at the last minute they don’t want to commute.
When should you look beyond the active candidates that are applying?
- You have an opening that requires very specific technical expertise that’s in high demand.
- You’re looking for a high performer who has a proven track record with specific experience in your industry.
- You’re looking for vetted candidates with strong references.
- You need to understand your best options quickly.
An experienced recruiter can help with all the above, providing a curated shortlist of proven performers. In a market flooded with applicants but short on true standouts, the advantage goes to companies that hire strategically, not reactively.
Nicole DelToro has been helping organizations (big and small) hire and retain top talent for over 26 years, while helping individuals realize their personal and professional goals by ensuring they’re working in the environment that’s ideal for their current situation. Contact her at [email protected]
Brooke Fisher brings more than 20 years of financial recruiting expertise to your search. She has worked with both candidates who have just a few years' experience and Chief Financial Officers to match the best candidates to the perfect companies. Brooke's expertise is in mid to large-sized companies in the telecommunications, manufacturing, financial services, and real estate industries. Email her at [email protected]
Andrews & Cole is a certified woman-owned boutique executive search and consulting firm with a focus on accounting and finance professionals. Clients range from start ups to Fortune 100 in nearly every industry.
Brooke Fisher brings more than 20 years of financial recruiting expertise to your search. She has worked with both candidates who have just a few years' experience and Chief Financial Officers to match the best candidates to the perfect companies. Brooke's expertise is in mid to large-sized companies in the telecommunications, manufacturing, financial services, and real estate industries. Email her at [email protected]
Andrews & Cole is a certified woman-owned boutique executive search and consulting firm with a focus on accounting and finance professionals. Clients range from start ups to Fortune 100 in nearly every industry.
