Stop the Suffering: 10 steps to a successful candidate application process
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This document outlines 10 steps to creating a successful candidate application process: 1. Appeal to job seekers by allowing searches by location, keywords, and position type to increase exposure on job boards and social networks. 2. Offer alternative methods for job notifications and status updates to keep candidates engaged throughout the application process. 3. Maintain a consistent branded experience through the online application and communication to build trust in the company and culture.
Stop the Suffering: 10 steps to a successful candidate application process
- 1. Stop the Suffering!10 Steps to a Successful Candidate Application ProcessInformational Webinarby:Presented by: Ruth Ann Stover, Director of Sales and Marketing
- 2. Make searching for a job easy!Appeal to every job seeker with the option to search by:Interactive mapLocationZip Code and RadiusKeywordPosition Type
- 3. Leverage free job boards and social networksIncrease ExposureBlogsLinkedInFacebookTwitterIndeed.comSimplyHired.comGoogle.com
- 4. Offer alternative methods for job notificationsOffer alternative methods for job notificationsBuild and maintain your brandMaintain consistency with a system that:Looks like youSounds like youPresent consistency through:Branded online application processLanguage specific to your companyCommunication that is branded and “from you”
- 5. Gain trust and knowledge about your company and cultureUse media to engage prospective candidates and persuade them to apply Video ideasOverview of the companyMessage from the CEOEmployee testimonials“Day in the Life”Play Video
- 6. Think usability not confusabilityProvide direction with easy navigationInclude clear instructions and feedbackAvoid lengthy formsKeep the application process simple and relevant
- 7. Collect what you need when you need itOur research found that a two-step application process increased the application completion rate by 20%
- 8. Keep candidates engaged and informedCreate a sticky application processDon’t leave them stranded. Communicate! Provide status updates through emailEnable them to check their status 24/7Utilize CRM functionality to keep them engaged
- 9. Treat your candidates like your customersWe CareEliminate “black hole” perceptionProvide tools for assistance and supportEmail AssistanceLive ChatSelf Help ToolsToll Free NumberWho Cares
- 10. Manage your pipeline effectivelyProvide easy-to-use toolsBuild trust in your brandProvide supportIncrease completion rateCommunicate!
- 11. Thank you for Attending Ruth Ann Stover, Director of SalesmyStaffingPro Applicant Tracking Systemhttp://myStaffingPro.comruthann@mystaffingpro.com800-939-2462