Employees are the lifeblood of a business, so what do employers do when workers quit in record numbers and their applicant pool dries up? Unfortunately, many have been forced to reduce their hours or simply shut down due to the labor shortage. Many others, however, have thrived despite the labor crisis.
Below, find some potential strategies for dealing with a tight labor market, including the proven solution that top brands like Bojangles trust to hire and retain employees: Sprockets. Our hiring platform empowers businesses to boost employee retention by 43% and spend 37% less time on the hiring process. What would you do with that extra time and peace of mind?
Why Is There a Labor Shortage?
The truth is that there’s no simple, single explanation for what is causing the labor shortage. Of course, many people point to things like health concerns, federal unemployment benefits, and low wages.
It’s a combination of these factors as well some often-overlooked reasons, like the desire for more work flexibility, a childcare crisis that’s forcing parents to stay home, and early retirements. Industries like food service and hospitality are especially struggling with what has been termed “The Great Resignation,” stemming from entry-level workers questioning what they really want to do with their careers.
What Can Businesses Do to Solve Staffing Problems?
However you choose to slice the staffing crisis, businesses are desperate for solutions. And, it’s not as simple as posting jobs on Indeed, crossing your fingers, and waiting for the applications to roll in. (Although, wouldn’t that be great?) Employers must get creative with out-of-the-box recruitment strategies or shift their focus off of recruitment entirely. Here are some ideas:
The Hiring Solution That Top Brands Trust
At the end of the day, you can’t flip a switch and amplify your recruitment funnel. But imagine you need to fill a position ASAP and only get two applicants — they both seem the same on paper, but one will succeed and stay longer than the other. You can’t afford to make the wrong decision, especially during a labor shortage.
So, don’t risk relying on your gut feeling. Know for sure who will be the right fit for your business by using the Sprockets hiring platform. Top brands trust it to make more informed hiring decisions and thrive despite the labor crisis, including a Bojangles franchise group that achieved 95% employee retention and uncovered $134,000 in savings in only 90 days!
Get a free demo of the Sprockets platform today so you can stabilize staffing levels!
