The reason for the concentration on passive today is the record unemployment rate. I asked him if he was unemployed. Meg Brazill, director of publications at AIRS, also concurs with Hyman. Employers and recruiters are seeking the most highly qualified people they can find. And particularly in today's competitive employment market, they must look to the passive candidate.
Foster looks at the big picture.
There are many different methodologies. Tools such as direct mail, recruiting events, referrals, job fairs and select advertising will help find individuals who are not actively seeking work. Some experts suggest running radio ads, which will get to commuting workers during drive time. Networking and referrals, however, remain the perennial favorites among recruiters we spoke with. He says his company filled more than 120 positions last year while running only three ads.