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For many, the toughest part of the recruiting process begins with the decision making process. It need not be so.
By this time, the companies should be differentiated in your mind. While it is the various companies' responsibility to provide you with as much information as possible, it is your responsibility to decide which one is best for you.
Only you can know what your goals and ambitions are, and you must decide which firm can provide the best fit.
Below is a list of some of the criteria that are often considered important in the decision making process.
- People
- Reputation
- Growth of the company
- Profitability
- Commitment to professional training and education
- Diversity of assignments
- Client base
- Professionalism
One Final Point
You are about to make an important decision that will affect your future. Look for subtleties that surface during the recruiting process. For example:
- Professionalism
Companies should not denigrate each other; they should focus on their own assets and positive points.
- Ethics in Recruiting
Is this company following ethical practices?
Are you being pressured?
- Promises or Guarantees
Nothing is "for sure" in business. Broad guarantees of industry and client assignments, overtime hours, etc., should be viewed cautiously.
The recruiting process does not have to be a long, drawn-out, painful process. It can and should be an enjoyable learning experience.
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