After all, referrals are a great way to discover potential talent, but they should be treated like any other candidate.
As already mentioned, a referral should be guaranteed an opportunity, not a job. By going through the same rigorous hiring process as any other candidate, we ensure that all candidates are evaluated fairly and without bias.
At About Staffing, our clients often require their referrals to go through our full screening process with the candidates we source. This allows for an unbiased third-party evaluation, ensuring that referrers are given a fair chance without being influenced by internal relationships.
Employers usually prefer this because they don’t have to be seen as the “bad guy” if the referrer isn’t selected. About Staffing will handle the refusal and take responsibility for it. Relations with the introduced employee remain strained.
At the end of the day, it’s not about who you know, it’s about finding the best person for the job. Treating referrals as part of your recruiting strategy will ensure you don’t miss out on other great candidates and protect your company from potential hiring mistakes.
The key is balance. Take advantage of referrals, but don’t rely on them. Trust in our established recruitment process to build the best team for your business.
