The following is a list of hiring tips to help channel employers looking for solid technical skills:
• Create a clear and complete job description for newspaper and online classifieds
• Consider using an industry-specific recruiting Website
• Tap existing employees for referrals and recommendations
• Attend local user and industry association meetings
• Develop a relationship with local technical colleges and schools
• Never forget to sell your company's biggest advantages
• Provide qualified prospects with reasons why the company is successful and financially sound
• Interview prospects' customers, as well as former managers
• Have hiring procedures in place to keep the process short and smooth
• To expand job pool, consider allowing an employee to telecommute
• Put together a retention program: It's cheaper to keep good employees than hire new ones.
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