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Making A Hush-Hush Hire: The Benefits of Quiet Hiring

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Gone are the days when a job search requires pounding the pavement to find your dream role. Now, hiring is undergoing a quiet revolution, with employers turning to “quiet hiring” to fill in-demand roles. So, what exactly is “quiet hiring” and why is it becoming so popular? Let’s dive in and take a look.


WHAT IS QUIET HIRING?

Quiet hiring—also referred to as “hidden job market”—refers to the practice of employers posting jobs without any public announcement. Instead, they rely on private networks and word of mouth to spread the word about openings. This kind of hiring offers several advantages over more traditional methods, such as recruiting via job boards or advertising on social media.


BENEFITS OF QUIET HIRING FOR EMPLOYERS

For employers, quiet hiring helps them source candidates from their existing networks, which can be faster and more efficient than traditional recruitment methods. It also helps them target a specific type of candidate who fits their company culture and values -- something that might be difficult or impossible with a more general recruitment approach. Finally, it allows companies to keep their recruitment process discreet and avoid competitors poaching their top talent.


BENEFITS OF QUIET HIRING FOR JOB SEEKERS

For job seekers, quiet hiring offers an opportunity to access opportunities that may not yet be advertised or available publicly. It also gives them a chance to network with industry professionals and get insider information about potential job opportunities before they are made publicly available. For example, if you are looking for a new role in finance but don't have time to constantly check job boards or send out resumes blindly, you can use your connections in the industry to find out which companies are actively recruiting for finance roles right now.

Quiet hiring is fast becoming one of the most effective ways for companies and job seekers alike to find the right fit for both parties quickly and efficiently. It allows employers to tap into their existing networks while giving job seekers access to jobs they may not have found otherwise. With its ever-increasing popularity, there's no doubt that quiet hiring will continue changing how employers hire--and how candidates find work--for many years to come!


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