Still, there are some occasions where you just have no choice – a
crucial position is left vacant and you need to find someone to fill it
as soon as possible. In those instances, embarking on an end of year
hiring expedition is a necessity, but understanding the pros and cons
can help to make your hiring process run that much more smoothly.
Pro: Interview Availability
Currently employed applicants tend to have an easier time slipping out
of the office for an interview during the holiday season. Between
holiday parties and absentee co-workers, as well as a slow-down in the
typical work load, they are simply less likely to be missed. And the
good news is, your hiring managers likely also have more time on their
hands to do the interviewing.
Con: Less Active Searchers
Unfortunately, there also tend to be far fewer applicants during the
holiday season. Most employees are feeling content with where they are
and just aren’t looking. Plus, they aren’t eager to walk away from those
anticipated holiday bonuses.
Pro: Opportunities to Promote From Within
A reduced applicant field can be a great motivator for employers to
look at their current employees when trying to fill a crucial opening.
Training a current employee up means having someone on board who already
knows and understands your corporate culture and motivations. It also
means improving employee morale by showing them that you value your
current workforce. Any holes down the line that are created by moving
employees up can typically wait until after the holidays to be filled.
Con: The Reluctance of Outside Applicants to Move
When it comes to upper management positions, you may have needed to
recruit outside the state in the past to find the caliber of employee
you were looking for. Unfortunately, around the holidays, you are going
to have a harder time convincing those potential employees to move. Even
the best offers won’t normally entice people to pick up their lives
until spring rolls around.
Pro: The Hiring Process is Less Rushed
One bonus to a holiday hiring season is the ability it provides to take
your time with the hiring process. Applicants aren’t usually on the
same time crunch they may be during other times of the year, and they
understand that decisions may be delayed. This gives you a chance to
truly consider your options.
Con: Applicants May Not Be Willing to Start Until the New Year
While you may not be enjoying a slower hiring process, keep in mind
that your applicants may actually be enjoying it – and not planning on
starting anywhere new until after the New Year as a result. If you need
someone to start as soon as possible, make that clear during your
interview process.
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