Recruiting is More Challenging than Ever. Here’s How to Do it Right.
Thanks to a strong economy, the U.S. unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been in 50 years. According to the New York Times, April 2019’s unemployment rate bottomed out at 3.6%.
That’s great news for employees. It means it’s easier to find a job and negotiate better pay and benefits. But for employers, it means that the available labor pool is shrinking, making it a challenge to recruit the best people for your team.
No Compromise
There is no room for compromise when it comes to recruiting quality candidates and hiring the right people. Your employees are the face of your business. Their quality of work and their level of customer service will make or break your business. And due to the cost of training and onboarding, hiring the wrong person can be more costly than leaving the position unfilled.
Our Tint World® location owners are passionate about building solid teams, and the franchise leadership team is just as passionate about supporting them in those efforts.
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips we’ve found that work when it’s time to recruit the best in a tough labor market.
- Make a profile. Who is the ideal candidate for the position you have open? Where do they go online for information, shopping and entertainment? What do they enjoy in their spare time? Build a profile of the perfect candidate and let it guide you in where you choose to advertise your open position.
- Ask around. We all know that word-of-mouth recommendations are a great way to build your customer base, but they’re also a great way to build the right team. Put the word out to your staff and customers that you’re hiring, and maybe offer an incentive for referring a successful candidate.
- Use your network. In franchising, you’re never going it alone. The home office and your fellow franchise location owners will have excellent insight and tips for recruiting best practices.
Smart employers are looking at the labor market and being proactive instead of reactive. They’re finding new ways to recruit, instead of giving up or compromising their standards. If that’s your philosophy for hiring, Tint World® shares it, and we’d like to hear from you. We’re always on the lookout for potential franchise location owners who share our company values. Just download our franchise kit today for more information.
