Pay, commute, flexible hours, and remote work options are all considered when a candidate chooses to accept a job offer. However, one of the best benefits that can sway a candidate into accepting is the quality of the team he or she will be joining. A great team is an important asset to have while making a hiring decision. If you want some tips about how to put together a great team at work, check out this article.
The work family
During the average workweek, your team spends more time with their colleagues and coworkers than they do with their families. Coworkers can make or break a team member’s job satisfaction, and are often the reason they choose to stay or leave. It’s the same with potential new hires: the prospect of being part of a talented group is weighed heavily in the decision-making process.
Imagine you are a soccer player and the coach is trying to recruit you. Would you rather join a team that is full of talented players and that have the potential to win a lot of games? Or would you rather join a team that loses every game and is full of bad attitudes? I hope the answer would be obvious to you!
Highlight the team
You can set the stage for a candidate to accept your offer by sharing information about your existing team during the final phases of the interview process. Compile a list of success stories, accomplishments, and short bios that highlight each member’s strengths. Remember, you do want to protect this information, so don’t send it electronically or let the candidate keep it; simply provide a printed version that can be read during an interview visit and then returned to you.
Also, take the time to walk the candidate through the office and facilitate quick introductions with your key players. This will help your candidate feel more comfortable and give him or her a glimpse into the existing team’s rapport. These key connections will help the candidate make the decision to join.
Make the offer
When you make an offer, follow it up by asking, “What else do you need from me to make an informed decision?” This prompts the candidate to address any hesitations or questions, as well as makes him or her feel like they’re part of the decision-making process. This instills a feeling of belonging from the very beginning – and a candidate who belongs is a candidate who is ready to join.
Make the candidate feel part of the group and you will see a higher percentage of offer acceptance. Build a great team and not only will you see better performance, you will also be able to attract the best candidates and make the right hire every time. If you need help finding these candidates, please contact usand we are confident we will get you the right one.