Forget Resumes! Find Your Next Superstar with These Creative Hiring Strategies

Recruit Like a Pro: Mastering Metrics, Overcoming Bias & Finding Top Talent in 2024

Oviya Balan

Apr 25, 2024

Hola Recruiters,

How has it been?

In this edition, we are bringing you some interesting trends, metrics, hiring methods and more!

10x is always looking to better your recruiting journey and we are happy to hear your thoughts.

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Is this trend gonna determine your successful hiring?

UK trial: 4-day workweek a success!

Recruiters, listen up! 4-day weeks could be the hot new perk.

Companies report happier, more productive workers.

Be ready, top talent might ask about it.

But remember, a 4-day week might not fit all roles. Consider other perks like great benefits or wellbeing programs.

The future of work is flexible, so get on board!

Read all about it here: https://www.hrdconnect.com/2024/02/26/one-year-on-uks-4-day-work-week-trial-has-been-a-success/

Forget Applications, Look for Creative Candidates!

Recruiters, it’s almost time to say bye to the piles of resumes! Candidates are getting creative with their job search, like this marketer who advertised his love for Vegemite toast to land a job in Australia (he's got skills too!).

Here's how to find these go-getters:

Be Social: Look beyond job boards. Search social media for candidate profiles with relevant hashtags (#marketingjobs).
Eye-Catching Ads: Watch for unique posts and ads. It shows initiative and fresh thinking!
Embrace Quirky: Don't dismiss a little humor or creativity. It can signal a great fit for your company culture.

Find your next superstar by looking for these creative approaches. They might be the most passionate about your job.

Hiring Bias: Unmasking the Sneaky Stuff and Hiring the Best

Let's face it, bias creeps into hiring decisions all the time. But fear not, recruiters! Here's your guide to spotting these sneaky biases and making fairer choices.

Look beyond first impressions & résumés.
Avoid groupthink & stereotypes.
Ask open-ended interview questions.
Train yourself & your team on DE&I.

Build a fair hiring process to find the best talent, not just who seems familiar.

Master these 16 Metrics to Find Top Talent

Building a great team? Recruitment metrics are your secret weapon!

These metrics help you track how well your hiring process works. Analyze things like time-to-hire, offer acceptance rate, and even new hire turnover.

Read here to know all about these 16 metrics in detail : https://www.indeed.com/hire/c/info/recruitment-metrics

Why it matters:

Hire faster and smarter
Attract the best talent
Improve your recruiting strategy

Involve your HR team and use recruiting software to streamline the process.

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Remember, great hiring isn't a guessing game. Metrics show you what works and what needs work!

High Volume Hiring? Understand This First!

Amy Miller, our favorite recruiting guru, is diving deep into high volume hiring in her YouTube series, AMA Friday.

This week's episode tackles the crucial first step: understanding the problem you're solving through hiring.

Here's what you'll learn:

Is it a one-time thing or an ongoing process? Knowing the long-term implications is key.
Building a brand new team? Get ready for an ambiguous environment with exciting challenges.
Job seekers, ask questions! Understanding the company's situation helps you decide if the role is a good fit.
Not everyone thrives in a fast-paced startup environment. This video will help you determine if that's what you're signing up for.

Head over to YouTube to watch the full episode and learn more!

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Hey there, I'm Oviya Balan, your friendly Product Marketer at Nurturebox.

My mission? To sprinkle some epic recruitment magic, add a pinch of humor to the journey, and turn the hiring process into a rollercoaster of fun and innovation! 🪄🚀🎢

I work closely with recruiting maestros and dive into countless forums and communities to ensure that every nugget of wisdom in our newsletter is as valuable as that legendary golden ticket.

Let's ride this wave together, and transform the world of hiring one chuckle at a time!😄🌟🤘

10x Recruiter