Since March of 2020, a lot has changed in the job market and economy. While most of the country is wrestling with uncertain times, hiring managers must stay focused. Some industries cut their staff while others increased their workforce to keep up with new demands.

Over the last several months, the job market shifts have given more say or control to companies instead of it being mostly a candidate-driven market. This means that hiring managers must look at their hiring practices and strategies and decide whether they should alter them according to the new market. The most challenging part about this inventory will be remaining flexible since this new virus’s uncertainties are unprecedented.

3 Hiring Tactics You Need to Consider in These Uncertain Times

You should consider these hiring practices and how they may need to change during the current pandemic. No matter what you decide to implement, it’s important that you must be ready to pivot when necessary.

Negotiations – Are They Appropriate?

While companies should still pay their employees fairly, many companies may reconsider paying a premium with an increase of applicants. However, one endearing notion that has happened during the pandemic is people are trying to help each other when they can. If your company can afford to pay employees the same rate before the pandemic unsettled the economy, you should consider keeping it the same.

While companies should still pay their employees fairly, many companies may reconsider paying a premium with an increase of applicants. However, one endearing notion that has happened during the pandemic is people are trying to help each other when they can. If your company can afford to pay employees the same rate before the pandemic unsettled the economy, you should consider keeping it the same.

Screening Process – Should You Relax Your Standards?

Many of the growing industries have urgent needs for workers. However, hiring managers must be more efficient in their screening processes instead of rushing through them or eliminating them.

Hiring during the pandemic can be confusing and stressful, but there is an opportunity to pivot and still find your company’s best candidates.

Onboarding – How to Do it Right

Companies that have to hire several employees to fill essential positions (like drivers) should have automated onboarding. If your company does not currently have this option, it’s time to create that process.

Before committing to remote onboarding, you must be able to provide your new hires with the appropriate technology so they can connect to the programs you use.

Hiring during the pandemic can be confusing and stressful, but there is an opportunity to pivot and still find the best candidates for your company.

Find the Right Worker for What You Need

Contact the hiring experts at Cabildo Staffing for guidance on how to hire for your company’s needs during these uncertain times.