Hiring is a lot like dating: in order to meet your perfect match, you've got to kiss a few frogs in the process. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to up your odds of appealing to the ideal candidate. Scott Safadi of Cal Bay Property Management knows first hand the value of a quality property manager, and recommends investing the time necessary to find the perfect candidates. After all, birds of a feather flock together, and if your flock is filled with duds, you'll have a constant uphill battle to fight. Follow these tips to ensure the best possible applicants:
1. Consider your needs. Regardless of what kind of position you need to hire for, it's best to take a moment, step back and really consider your needs. Chances are good, you'll want someone with excellent communication skills, a background in technology and someone who considers themselves to be a people person. Include these qualifications in your job posting. 2. Be clear and thorough. Anyone who has ever posted a job on Craigslist or Monster.com knows the pain of receiving dozens of resumes from folks not qualified for the position. Cut through the junk and instead be as clear and as thorough as possible in your wording of your job description. If you aren't willing to consider candidates with less than five years experience, don't be afraid to spell that out. Include an accurate job title, description of duties and expectations. 3. Describe your company culture. Every office is a little different, but you want candidates to have a thorough understanding of what to expect should they get the job. Given the wide array of perks associated with many modern offices, the last thing you want is to come across as too casual or too strict. Instead, strike a balance between the serious work you'll expect from your new hires and the benefits they'll receive by working for you. There's ultimately no wrong way to write a job description, but being as thorough and as clear as possible is a surefire way to appeal to the best kinds of applicants. While you'll inevitably get applications from unqualified candidates, preparing a job posting that's positive, friendly and clear will garner you the best kinds of applicants. - Scott Safadi, Cal Bay Property Management
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AuthorScott Safadi leverages extensive experience in the real estate industry to serve as the CEO of Cal Bay Property Management (CBPM), which he founded in Palo Alto, California. Archives
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