Acquiring Talent in the Workplace

Your employees are an important part of the workplace. Aside from helping with any tasks that need to be accomplished, they are also an example of what it means to be responsible in the workplace. With that said, make sure you’re choosing the right people for your business. After all, just because someone looks talented or professional during a job interview, doesn’t necessarily mean they have the qualifications. What are some ways you can acquire and find talent for your company? Here are some tips to consider.

Narrow Down Your Candidates

When meeting and interviewing candidates for your business, you may find that there are a lot more talented people than you thought. Unfortunately, though, you can’t choose everyone. With that said, choose your candidates wisely, and narrow down the skills and talents everyone has. For example, let’s say one of your candidates had all the skills necessary for the job. However, they were very awkward in their speech and didn’t make eye contact. On the other hand, you have another person who has the job qualifications, along with excellent speech and eye contact. Overall, narrowing down your candidates helps you acquire the right talent for your business, without picking favorites.

Decide What Type of Employee You Want

When you’re trying to find talent within the business, it’s also important to decide what type of candidate you want. Most of all, the type of employee you’re seeking will most likely pertain to the job itself. For example, are you looking for someone who has excellent communications skills, since they may be dealing with a lot of customers on the phone? Are you looking for someone who knows how to work well with others, or will this job be regulated to an office where there’s little to no employee interaction? These are some questions you should be asking yourself. 

For more information about the importance of acquiring talent in the workplace, contact us today at Nextaff. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Meet Shane...

Shane’s journey with Nextaff began in 2019, when he established a successful franchise in the Kansas City metro area. His experience as a Nextaff franchise owner provides prospective buyers with a completely transparent view of the Nextaff Franchise Opportunity. Prior to his time at Nextaff, Shane led large sales teams in the Financial Services and Medical Device industries, further developing his expertise in leadership and business management.

Do you play sports?

Basketball! I was fortunate enough to play college basketball all 4 years and in 2013 we won the NCAA DII National Championship.

What do you love most about your current role?

Getting to know prospective franchise buyers. I love hearing about their goals and dreams they want to achieve through entrepreneurship.

What is your favorite color?

Orange! Yes, it is one of Nextaff’s main colors but it was my favorite before coming to Nextaff. In the franchising world, I’m known as “Orange pants guy”.

Meet Cary...

When it comes to operating a staffing firm, Cary has worn every hat.  From recruiting, to sales, to management, to ownership, he has been involved in every aspect of running a successful staffing business.  He has successfully led three separate companies to the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000 lists, which puts him in an elite class of staffing entrepreneurship.  Combining that experience with a strong passion for entrepreneurs makes Cary an ideal leader for driving the Nextaff vision. 

Describe yourself in three words.

Loyal, Driven, Creative

Is there a mantra or affirmation you live by?

Do what you said you were going to do.

Do you have a celebrity doppelganger?

Back in the day, it was John Cusak.  “I want my two dollars!”