The lack of good talent is becoming more of a national trend, not because of unqualified workers, but changes in the workforce and structure. Because of this, companies are having to readapt to their hiring environments after recognizing the reasons good talent is so hard to find.
You don’t have the talent in your local area anymore
Before the ease and accessibility of the internet, most candidates looked for work closer to home instead of casting a wider net. If you’re in a city without the talent you need, it may be time to focus your efforts on a wider scale. This may mean increasing your salary and benefits to attract local talent who wasn’t interested before or attract an out-of-towner who believes what you’re offering will make the move worth the transition.
Your employees aren’t staying as long as they used to
One of the biggest shifts in the modern workplace has been the longevity of an employee at a company. Now, workers are staying in a job for about two to four years before looking for something else. You can do your best to create a positive workplace to inspire this loyalty and dedication, and while it may work for some, you shouldn’t be surprised when this kind of turnover occurs.
You aren’t giving enough resources to your HR team
The answer isn’t always throwing more money at a problem, but sometimes a lack of funding can lead to limited and unsatisfying results. Acquiring talent and retaining it shouldn’t be action items you only consider when the need arises. They should always be a focus to make sure your current team is happy, and you’re prepared to replace someone if they leave.
If it isn’t a matter of a lack of HR time, but lack of an HR team to help you, you can always look externally into working with an employment agency. Not only will they take a lot of the time and effort out of the hiring process for you, but they can also use their expertise and wider geographic range to bring in candidates you wouldn’t see otherwise.
A staffing agency who puts you first
Workbox Staffing is here to help make your staffing needs easy and accurate. Just like you, we value high retention, which is why our screening process makes sure you’re getting the right candidates to fill your roles. Whether you need a candidate in manufacturing and light industrial operations, office help or warehouse operations, we have the right talent for you. Contact our top recruiters today to learn more about how we can help you!
