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How to have effective conversations with candidates

How to have effective conversations with candidates

The most meaningful candidate conversations are based on a mutual understanding. So, what’s the best way to understand your candidate market? Tap into Talent Attraction Lab data portal. 

The easy-to-use portal features a wealth of local candidate data to support employers across Asia Pacific in strengthening their attraction and retention strategies. It can be filtered to give a deeper understanding of what candidates are really looking for in a job, so you can focus conversations on the specific drivers and perks that they value. 

These data and insights were collected from over 33,000 of local candidates across Asia Pacific. The data is granular and spans various industries and demographics, allowing you to demonstrate a deeper understanding of your candidates. 

How the candidate market is changing 

In the current employment market, employers need to take every opportunity to capture the interest of candidates. 

Talent Attraction Lab portal enables hirers to maximize their chance of capturing the moving candidate market through informed data and insights. For some hard-to-fill roles, the best way to attract candidates is to show that you understand what's important to them. For example, while senior IT workers list salary and work-life balance as top priorities, many of them consider the ability to work from home a must-have. This information can be crucial in attracting the right person to your business. 

Leveraging the Talent Attraction Lab data 

Before starting candidate conversations, tap into the portal to understand what candidates are likely to want in their next role. With this knowledge, you can reflect on how your organisation aligns with their priorities and effectively discuss these points with candidates, leading to more positive and impactful conversations. 

During the engagement phase, it's crucial to delve into the data to understand the key drivers for candidates. For example, if discussing corporate social responsibility, tailor your conversation to make it meaningful and relevant to your specific candidate market. The data in the portal provides valuable insights for you to leverage. 

Dig deep into the data 

The data in Talent Attraction Lab portal goes beyond specific industries. You can filter it to discover what drives candidates from specific generations, gender and levels of seniority. This knowledge can be used during your conversations to show that you understand candidates as individuals and that your organization is designed to fit their needs. 

For example, Talent Attraction Lab data shows that in the Philippines, Gen-Z and lower-income candidates see career / development opportunities as more important, whereas Baby Boomers value management (work culture) more. It's crucial to understand these drivers and use this knowledge in conversations with specific candidate groups. 

To remain competitive, a deep understanding of candidates can make the difference between attracting top talent or losing out to another employment. The valuable insights in Talent Attraction Lab portal can help you to build meaningful conversations with candidates and support your successful recruitment strategy. 

What’s driving the employment choices of candidates in your industry today? Visit Talent Attraction Lab portal for the latest insights

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