Insight Performance

HR. Solved.

MINIMIZE RISK. REDUCE COSTS. INCREASE PROFITABILITY. That’s HR.Solved.SM
  • Home
  • About
    • Meet our Expert Team of HR & Benefits Specialists
    • Why Choose Insight for Your HR & Benefits Solutions
    • In The News
      • Awards
      • Press Releases
    • Career Opportunities
  • HR Services
    • HR. Solved.SM Subscription Service
    • Managed HR Consulting
    • HR & Employee Benefits Projects
      • Compliance
      • Compensation & Rewards Strategies
      • Employee Relations
      • Talent Management
      • Recruiting
  • Benefits Services
    • Employee Benefits
      • Benefits
      • Benchmarking
      • HRA/HSA/FSA Comparison
      • Open Enrollment Communication and Education
      • Wellness Programs
    • Group Products
      • Health
      • Dental and Vision
      • Life and AD&D
      • Disability
      • Voluntary Worksite Benefits
    • Executive Benefits
      • Supplemental Disability
      • Key Person Insurance
      • Buy/Sell Agreements
    • Health & Welfare Compliance
      • HIPAA Compliance
      • ERISA Compliance
      • Affordable Care Act
      • Required Employee Notices
      • 2017 HR & Benefits Compliance Checklist
  • Integrated Solutions
    • Engage Insight Performance
  • Resources
    • Blog
    • Podcasts
    • Events
      • Conference Series
      • Conference Series Videos
      • 2019 Webinar Schedule
      • Archived Webinars
        • 2018 Webinar Recordings
        • Human Resources Webinar Schedule – 2017
    • Infographics
  • Contact
  • Client Login

Recruiting Update – The Importance of that First Impression

December 3, 2012

Guest Blogger – Kendra Bissonette, Sr. HR Business Partner, Recruiting Specialist

We all know the importance of first impressions when we’re the applicant, but it goes both ways when you’re the employer trying to attract the talent.  First impressions can mean the difference between closing the deal on a great candidate or losing them to another employer who did a better job of wowing them.

Employers who want to attract the best talent should not underestimate the importance of making a candidate feel special.  This doesn’t have to mean spending lots of money on them or having an elaborate interview process.  It can be as simple as not rushing an interview or following up with a candidate in a timely manner.

Keeping some simple tips in mind can sometimes make all the difference in helping to portray a company as an employer of choice:

  • If you like a resume, follow up with the candidate promptly to schedule an interview.
  • Keep the appointment, whether it is a phone interview or in person.  Don’t be late and only cancel in an emergency.
  • Be prepared for the interview by reviewing the candidate’s resume in advance and staying focused on the discussion.
  • Don’t rush the interview.
  • Provide the candidate with your contact information or a business card following the interview and let them know when they can expect to hear about next steps.
  • Follow through and get back in touch with candidates by the date you’ve told them you will.
  • Be honest and don’t promise anything you can’t deliver on.

Most candidates are not looking for royal treatment but everyone likes to feel welcome.  Being a good listener and taking time to get to know a candidate shows that you are interested in them and who wouldn’t want to work for an employer who cares about their employees?

Print Friendly, PDF & Email
Share

Insight Performance Engage Center

Insight’s Educational Conference Series

Interested in attending Insight’s Educational Conference Series?

Tags

401k Plans candidate career development compensated breaks Compensation Compliance cost efficient Employee Benefits employee communication employee feedback employee handbook employee incentive plan employee morale employee orientation Employee Policies Employee Practices employee productivity employee recognition employee retention employee rewards employee wellness employ rewards & recognition goal setting HR Consulting HR metrics HR Policies HR Strategy interviewing manager training maternity leave new hire orientation nursing mothers Performance Management policies & procedures recruiting Retirement Plans seminar sexual harassment sick leave Social Media State Minimum Wage teambuilding training & development work life balance workplace safety

Insight Performance

150 Royall Street, Suite 207
Canton, MA 02021

152 Conant Street, 2nd Floor
Beverly, MA 01915

HR Solved

Monthly HR Subscription Service ensuring compliance and building exceptional workplaces.

HR Solved

Business and Human Resources 2017 Outlook Survey

Business and Human Resources 2017 Outlook Survey

Insight’s Educational Conference Series

Interested in attending Insight’s Educational Conference Series?

Our Most Recent Posts

August 2019 Newsletter | MA Paid Leave: Private Exemptions are a Real Option

August Client Alert | New York State Updates to Harassment and Discrimination Law

Top 10 Tips for a Great Internship

Search This Website

Find Us On

Visit Us On TwitterVisit Us On FacebookVisit Us On Linkedin

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Copyright © 2021 · Insight Performance · Privacy Policy