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4 Tips to hire the right candidates

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Hiring the right candidates has always been one of the biggest challenges for recruiters and hiring managers. You cannot term someone as the “right” candidate based on her qualification and skills alone. You have to do a lot more than that.
Here are a few tips that will help you hire the right candidates.
  1. Decide upon the qualifications that are mandatory and skills that can be learnt on the job.
  2. Have clear objectives for various stages of your interview process.
  3. Hire candidates who fit into your company culture, understand your company’s core values and help you achieve your long-term goals.
  4. Always build a talent pipeline of qualified candidates – tap into social media / professional networks and make use of employee referral programs.
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