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Speed Up Your Hiring Process: The Need for HR to Guide and Coach Hiring Managers In today's competitive job market, speed is essential. HR professionals play a critical role in ensuring that hiring processes are efficient and effective. It's time for HR to take the lead in guiding and coaching hiring managers to make prompt hiring decisions. Recent studies show that prolonged hiring processes can lead to significant talent loss. According to Glassdoor, the average hiring process in the U.S. takes 23.8 days. However, in a candidate-driven market, top talent is often off the market within just 10 days (LinkedIn). This discrepancy highlights the urgency for hiring managers to act swiftly. At Savage Search Associates, we believe that HR should actively nudge and guide hiring managers through the decision-making process. Here’s why: 1) Talent Retention: Delays in hiring decisions can result in losing top candidates to faster-moving competitors. HR must coach hiring managers to prioritize decisive action to secure the best talent. 2) Cost Efficiency: Prolonged hiring processes increase recruitment costs. A faster hiring process reduces expenses related to extended job postings and multiple interview rounds (SHRM). 3) Enhanced Candidate Experience: A streamlined hiring process reflects well on the company and enhances the candidate experience. According to CareerBuilder, 68% of candidates believe the way they are treated in the hiring process reflects how the company treats its employees. 4) Market Competitiveness: In a candidate's market, companies with quick and efficient hiring processes have a competitive advantage. HR's role in guiding hiring managers to make timely decisions is crucial for maintaining this edge. HR professionals must empower hiring managers with the tools and strategies to make prompt decisions. Regular training sessions, clear communication channels, and setting defined timelines for each hiring stage are essential steps. At Savage Search Associates, we are committed to helping companies optimize their hiring processes. By working together, HR and hiring managers can ensure that their organization attracts and retains the best talent in the market. #Hiring #HR #Recruitment #TalentManagement #SavageSearchAssociates

Kristina Savage

Recruiting Partner, Marketing

1mo

Well said and I absolutely agree especially on enhancing the candidate experience! 👏

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