Without a Strong Culture, the Most Talented Candidates Will Pass You By
Posted March 27th, 2017
Tech managers in almost every industry are competing for a smaller pool of available candidates, making it one of the top concerns on their radar today. Another area of worry is the ability to retain the best employees that are currently working for the company. Both of these issues make it even more important for businesses to maintain a strong culture, as it can help attract talented candidates as well as retain those already on staff.
While competitive compensation is an important factor in both recruiting and retention, it can’t be the only point of interest for potential and current employees. Company culture is also a priority for many people working in IT fields today. So, how do you build a strong culture that can help you find and keep the talent you need? By focusing on some of the critical areas below.
Create Opportunities
Top talent is often enticed by opportunities to do something new. Whether it is a chance to work with an emerging technology or advance their skills within the IT field, giving the best and brightest a chance to explore something new will help you create the kind of culture many tech pros crave.
Often, skilled professionals crave new challenges. Not only does this alleviate boredom, but it also supports their larger career goals and interests. A workplace that is perceived as dull or stagnant isn’t going to keep the kind of top talent you want to find and retain engaged. So, failing to keep things interesting and innovative lead them to simply pass you by or seek opportunities elsewhere.
Manage Morale
Employee morale has a significant impact on a company’s culture. Workers that consider themselves happy are more likely to spread positive word-of-mouth about your business, which can help gain the attention of talented professionals looking for a positive workplace. Often, happy employees feel engaged on the job, hence why new opportunities can be so valuable, but they also feel heard and generally supported. Giving your workers a chance to chime in on important decisions and having their back during challenging times can both help keep morale high.
Another important factor in morale is feeling appreciated. If you create opportunities for employees to have fun while being recognized for their contributions, you can make sure they feel like an important part of the company’s operations. Additionally, it ensures that they know management appreciates what they do and wants to make an effort to show it. Employee appreciation events, thank you lunches, and team building retreats can all be effective in boosting morale and may help your employees feel more like a part of the team instead of just a worker at a desk.
Hire Properly
As you establish a strong company culture, you want to make sure new hires will keep that movement going. Look for candidates that share similar values and have the right attitude to thrive in the culture as it develops. Then, you stand a higher chance of attracting the kind of candidates that will support your goals and create the environment that attracts attention for the right reasons.
If you are looking for new IT professionals to join your company, Bayside Solutions can help you locate the right top talent to keep your culture strong. Contact us to discuss your hiring goals today.
