How to Hire and Keep Top Talent
How do you hire more A-level executives? The selection and hiring process for executive-level positions has the potential to make or break a business. The competition is fierce to recruit and retain industry top talent. We have compiled a list of tips to help you master the art of attracting talent and talent retention for top executives.
Here’s what you need to know.
1. Mission Driven
Talent retention starts from the inception point of recruitment. Searching for talent and finding the right fit for your organization goes beyond the skill set. It's important to consider the candidate’s mindset and interests, as well. Why? Because finding the right talent goes beyond accomplishment. It’s about establishing a connection with the brand and workplace culture. Find someone who will be like an investment to ultimately grow with the company and create shared value.
2. Gap Filler
Hire someone with a skill set that is complementary to other leaders in the organization and that will fill certain gaps left unattended. A lot of leaders whose scope of work bleeds into recruiting look to hire someone who reminds them of themselves. It takes discipline to hire for the company’s benefit and for the particular role and not in a leader’s own likeness.
3. Passion & Influence
Does your talent share the same passion for what your company does? It’s crucial to find someone who is aligned with your company’s mission and vision. They must care about the work that you do. Additionally, they must care about the end-user the company serves. Whatever your answer, it will reveal whether or not the candidate understands your company’s bottom line and if they will bring value.
4. Follow Up
Once you have acquired and hired new talent, the conversation does not stop there. It’s important to follow up and check in with your new hire frequently at the onset of their employment. During these touchpoints, you will be able to identify and differentiate employees seeking new growth opportunities from those who serve the status quo.
Employees with a growth mindset should be tested with more responsibilities by exposing them to more departments of the business and empowering them with tools necessary to fuel success. This creates an environment of recognition and support for those who seek to make a lasting impact.
5. Foster Respect
Employees need to feel valuable to the company. Retention lies in employees feeling appreciated and respected. What can you do to create a workplace environment that fosters respect? Recognition, feedback, encouragement, and creativity go a long way in establishing a workplace that welcomes change and boosts employee morale.