Networking and staff hunt

My ex-colleague is interested in the secretary position," the email from Jiaye started. "Attached her resume for your perusal."

I have always favoured personal referrals above all other methods because they are easier, faster and cheaper; and in my experience result in an employee who is productive more quickly and who stays with the company longer.

For a lot of us, this method does not work as effectively as it should because our networks lack depth and relevance.

With a networking mindset, you will be surprised at the range of useful people you will meet. Everyone we meet has the potential to know someone who can be useful to our staff hunt.