When hiring for any new role, it’s so important to have hiring managers that are engaged and truly invested in the process. Unfortunately, sometimes our hiring managers can be completely unresponsive and disengaged, leaving our hiring processes in limbo and often losing great candidates along the way.
Fully engaged hiring managers exhibit far greater success rates when it comes to hiring metrics. Factors such as Time-to-Hire become significantly reduced and offer acceptance rates significantly increase. Candidates are looking for organizations that value their time as much as hiring managers expect in return.
If your hiring manager is disengaged, here are a few tips to help you better manage the situation:
Identify the root cause: The first step is to evaluate why the hiring manager is disengaged. Did they become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of duties they’re responsible for? Did they lose interest in the process? It’s important to understand the root cause of their disengagement in order to address it.
Take ownership: Once you’ve identified the root cause, it’s important to take ownership of the situation. This might mean scheduling regular meetings with the hiring manager or providing helpful resources or tools to make the hiring process easier.
Find ways to keep them engaged: Provide the hiring manager with regular updates on the progress of the hiring process. Ask for their input and feedback on potential candidates. Keep them in the loop by sending them reminders of important deadlines.
Consider bringing in additional resources: If the hiring manager is still disengaged after taking the steps above, it might be necessary to bring in additional resources to help manage the process. This could include recruiting a consultant or enlisting the help of the HR department.
By implementing these steps and providing as much support as we can, these tips can help you and your team better manage and support a disengaged hiring manager. It's time to get your hiring process back on track!
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